Assistant Headteacher - SENDCO and Attendance & Behaviour Lead
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Sheffield, S10 3QA |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The new Assistant Headteacher will work closely with the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher (Head ofInclusion) and the wider Senior Leadership Team to lead two vital areas of school life: our SEND and Inclusionprovision, and our relational approach to Attendance and Behaviour.
As SENDCO, you will champion the very best provision for any child with Special Educational Needs at ourschool, supporting teachers to ensure the provision for pupils with SEN in their class is excellent, and workingclosely with families of children with SEMH and SEND.
As Attendance & Behaviour Lead, you will be the driving force behind our whole-school relational and TraumaInformed approach, ensuring it remains secure, embedded and consistently applied by every member of staff,and leading our strategy to secure excellent attendance for all pupils.
The school aims to develop the whole child in an environment which is caring, calm, purposeful and happy,and one which respects others and recognises individual needs. We pride ourselves on ensuring that when ourchildren leave Nether Green Junior School they are ready to embark on the next step of their learning journey.
We are looking for an Assistant Headteacher who will:
- be a visible and accessible leader, promoting the school and working with parents, carers and the widercommunity
- share their SEND knowledge and continue to draw on research to improve and further develop ourprovision across school whilst working within the framework of the SEN Code of Practice
- lead, manage and organise others and the provision for our most vulnerable children
- be the driving force behind our relational, Trauma Informed approach to behaviour, leading training andcoaching so that all staff apply it with confidence and consistency
- use attendance and behaviour data skilfully to identify patterns early and lead swift, effective action tosecure excellent attendance and behaviour across school
- be solution-focused and have the strategic vision to secure the best outcomes for the school in a changingeducation environment
- work with the senior leadership team to lead an outward-looking school which values collaboration andseeks opportunities to work with other schools
- develop leadership throughout Nether Green Junior School, driving the professional development of allour staff members while maintaining our happy, productive school.
We are looking for someone with genuine experience and expertise in leading relational and Trauma Informedpractice, who can balance this with the demands of the SENDCO role to ensure SEND provision is consistentand of a high standard across the school, giving every child the best possible experience and preparing themfully for the next stage of their education.
While this is a substantial leadership role, the successful candidate will retain a teaching commitment ofbetween half a day and a full day each week. We believe strongly in our leaders modelling excellent teachingand relational practice directly with children, and we want this to remain a genuine, valued part of the role. Itwill also give you an opportunity to teach in different year groups and classes across the school.
We are looking for someone who is flexible and enthusiastic and has the ability to become an asset to ourschool, and, just as importantly, someone who will fit in with the school's ethos, contribute to the school'sdevelopment continuing to ensure our development and improvement is maintained, and become involved inthe life of the school.
What the school offers its staff
In return, we offer a supportive environment towork in, a hardworking and friendly staff team, goodprofessional development, and enthusiastic childrenwith a wide range of talents and abilities.
Applicants are welcome to visit the school at one of the following times:
• Thursday 24 September, 9am or 4pm
• Thursday 1 October, 9am or 4pm
Please telephone 0114 2302461 or email recruitment@nethergreen-jun.sheffield.sch to let us know if you wish to attend.
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all our children and expect all our employees to share this commitment. Candidates are expected to read the school’s safeguarding policy, available on the school website. If successful, you will be subject to an enhanced DBS check along with a check against the Children’s Barred List. You will also be asked to sign your application form at interview to confirm that all the information given is accurate and without omission. Online searches will be carried out on shortlisted candidates.