Head of Inclusion - Assistant Headteacher

Job Introduction

Head of Inclusion - Assistant Headteacher

Are you passionate about inclusion, ambitious for every child and ready to make a real difference?

We are excited to offer an exceptional opportunity for an Head of Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team at Roberts Primary School. This is a non-class-based leadership role in the first instance, providing the opportunity to work strategically across the school to ensure that every child is supported, included and able to thrive.

Following our recently positive Ofsted inspection, where leadership was recognised as strong, we are looking for an inspirational and proactive leader who is passionate about teaching and learning, is a strong advocate for children and is committed to securing the very best outcomes for every pupil.

You will work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and have your own team which includes a dedicated SEND intervention teacher, who is also a qualified SENDCO. The SEND intervention teacher leads on areas including EHCP assessments, interventions and annual reviews. This collaborative approach provides an exciting opportunity to develop and strengthen our inclusive practice while maintaining a clear focus on high-quality teaching and learning. You will also form part of a wider team including an experienced pastoral lead and learning mentor.

Roberts is a welcoming and ambitious school with a supportive staff team, delightful children and extensive grounds and facilities, including our purpose-built four-acre Forest School. We are committed to providing rich experiences for our pupils and creating an environment in which every child can feel that they belong, achieve and thrive.

There is also an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to play a key role in the development of an on-site specialist provision/resource base, as part of a wider project being developed in partnership with the local authority. This is an opportunity to help shape something from the ground up and have a lasting impact on provision for children and families within our community.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, compassionate, solution-focused and ambitious; someone who will champion children, support colleagues and work collaboratively to remove barriers to learning.

If you are looking for an exciting leadership opportunity where you can make a genuine difference, help shape the future of inclusion and be part of a positive and supportive school community, we would love to hear from you and would encourage you to visit our school. Please contact our Business Manager via clawrence@roberts.dudley.sch.uk or call the school office on 01384 987 330.

The deadline for applications is Friday 16th October 2026.

Interviews will take place W/C 19th October with exact dates and details TBC following the shortlisting process.

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