Assistant Headteacher Inclusion Leader (Meridian Community Primary & Nurser at East Sussex County Council

Peacehaven, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

60145.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

SEND Provision, Inclusive Practice, Safeguarding, Attendance Strategy, Relationship Building, Reflective Practice, Resilience, Empathy, Leadership, Collaboration, Communication, Child Welfare, Professional Development, Teamwork, Education, Primary Experience

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Hours of work: Full-time teachers’ hours. Working pattern: Full-time. Closing date: Wednesday 13 May 2026 9.a.m. Interview date: Wednesday 20 May 2026. For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact: Meridian Community Primary School & Nursery Roderick Avenue North Peacehaven BN10 8BZ Phone: 01273 584212 Email: office@meridian.e-sussex.sch.uk [office@meridian.e-sussex.sch.uk] Website: Home | Meridian Community Primary School & Nursery [https://www.meridianschool.co.uk/home] How to Apply: Application details and a recruitment pack are available on request via the school office – please email recruitment@meridian.e-sussex.sch.uk [recruitment@meridian.e-sussex.sch.uk] or call 01273 584212. Application packs are available via the school website: Vacancies | Meridian Community Primary School & Nursery [https://www.meridianschool.co.uk/our-school/vacancies]. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged – we would love to show you what makes our school community special. Are you passionate about making sure every child enjoys school, is supported and able to thrive? We are looking for an exceptional Inclusion Leader to join our senior leadership team and champion the needs of all learners across our school community. Start: September 2026. As our Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, you will lead on: * SEND Provision. * Ensuring high-quality inclusive practice across the school and working closely with staff, families and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils. Safeguarding: * Serving as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, promoting a culture of awareness, care and informed, reflective enquiry across the school. Attendance: * Leading the attendance strategy, supporting families and ensuring every child is able to access learning consistently and confidently. We are looking for someone who: * Has strong primary experience in SEND and/or leadership with a deep understanding of inclusive practice. * Brings a knowledge of safeguarding and a commitment to keeping children safe. * Understands the importance of attendance and can work proactively with families. * Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents. * Is reflective, resilient and ready to make a meaningful impact. * Leads with empathy, clarity and high expectations What we offer: * A warm, supportive school community with a strong commitment to inclusion. * A skilled SEND team and a caring pastoral team ready to collaborate with you. * A collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team. * Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth. * Children who are enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn. * A chance to shape provision and make a genuine difference to children’s lives. “Pupils are proud to be part of this inclusive school community. They understand the school’s values of respect, honesty, kindness, strength and responsibility. Pupils demonstrate these through their exceptional behaviour, conduct and attitudes to learning.” Ofsted June 2024. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted. Additional Information This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record [https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record]. All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Responsibilities

As the Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, you will lead on SEND provision and ensure high-quality inclusive practice across the school. You will also serve as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and lead the attendance strategy to support families and ensure consistent access to learning for every child.