Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion

East Sussex Council; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary academy in East Sussex is seeking an innovative Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in inclusion, particularly for children with SEND. The successful candidate will lead and motivate a team, contribute to raising student achievements, and foster an inclusive environment. Benefits include extensive professional development opportunities, a supportive team culture, and a spacious learning environment. Applications are to be submitted through the recruitment platform without CVs.

Benefits

Extensive professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts to high-street shops

Health and well-being support

Qualifications

• Lead for inclusion to impact school environment.
• Experience in leading and motivating a team.
• Ability to support children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for inclusion and raise student achievement.
• Develop an inclusive environment for all pupils.
• Be part of a multi-academy trust focused on collaboration.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

Experience in Key Stage 1 and 2

Job description

Overview

King Offa Primary Academy is looking to recruit an energetic, innovative Assistant Headteacher - Inclusion on a permanent basis to join our friendly and forward-thinking team.

Responsibilities

• As the lead for inclusion, this role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to make a real impact across the school and particularly for children with SEND.
• Lead and motivate a team; contribute to raising the achievement of all students of all abilities.
• Support the development of an inclusive environment where all pupils can thrive.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• Experience working in Key Stage 1 and 2 classes

Benefits and What We Offer

• A supportive team who place our values of Knowledge, Opportunities, Pride, and Achievement at the centre of all we do, with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
• A spacious, well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
• A skilled and committed SLT devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
• The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
• Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Academies Advantage scheme with access to Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

Details

• Hours of work: 32.5 Hours
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Closing date: 12pm Monday 23 February 2026
• For more information and to apply, please contact:
• King Offa Primary Academy, Down Road, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN39 4HS
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]
• Website: www.kingoffaprimaryacademy.org
• Please note, we do not accept CVs.

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school — please contact Maria Gonet on [e-mail] or 01424 211548.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

Please note that applications must be submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, via this link: https://auroraacademies.face-ed.co.uk/Emp/Campaign/DetailsEmpView?campaignRef=SCH-AAT-0235

About Us

Additional Information

The Academy 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 an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services. For further information about the DBS process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record. All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children; staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.