Assistant Headteacher (Inclusion & Attendance)

Start: September 2026 (or earlier by negotiation)

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and values-driven leader to join a forward-thinking SEND school at a key stage of development.

We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher to lead whole-school systems for inclusion, EHCP processes and attendance, and to play a central role in shaping provision and outcomes for young people with additional needs.

This role would suit both:

●     an experienced SEND leader seeking wider strategic influence, or

●     a strong mainstream leader with a proven track record and a commitment to inclusive practice

Key responsibilities include:

●     Leading EHCP processes and annual reviews, ensuring high-quality, compliant and impactful practice

●     Overseeing provision mapping and inclusion systems, ensuring they drive classroom practice and outcomes

●     Acting as Designated Attendance Lead, with strategic oversight of attendance systems and intervention

●     Leading alternative provision and flexible pathways, including safeguarding and monitoring

●     Contributing to whole-school leadership, including behaviour, safeguarding and staff development

All Assistant Headteachers also lead a curriculum subject area.

You will work closely with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher within a distributed leadership model, contributing to strategic direction and school improvement.

We are looking for a leader who:

●     Has significant experience working with students with SEND or a strong track record of inclusive practice in a mainstream setting

●     Has secure knowledge of EHCP processes and statutory requirements (or the capacity to develop this quickly)

●     Has leadership experience with the ability to operate strategically and operationally

●     Can lead, challenge and develop staff to improve outcomes

●     Is committed to inclusion, equity and high expectations for all students

We provide all of our staff with a comprehensive training programme, including delivering on site, trauma-informed, crisis prevention training (CPI).  This means that our school remains ‘calm and welcoming’  . We understand the demands of working in an SEN school so we provide all staff with 30 minutes ‘Administration & Development’ every day, in addition to their statutory PPA. We have a supportive body of staff and everyone is automatically a member of the Employee Benefit Scheme with a range of external support and discount offers.

Garratt Park School is a special school for children and young people aged 11-19 who have moderate learning difficulties, along with other special needs disabilities including Autism, SCLN, sensory impairments and a small number with more complex needs.  We are situated in the inner London borough of Wandsworth and most of our students come from the local area, from diverse backgrounds with around one third entitled to free school meals.  Earlsfield is well served by public transport with easy access to the city centre.

An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below or from the Wandsworth Council website Jobs and careers with Richmond and Wandsworth Councils.

Completed application should be returned to the school either by email recruitment@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk or post. 

Closing date: Tuesday 14th April 2026 ( at noon)
Interviews: Week commencing 20th April 2026

Visits are encouraged – please contact recruitment@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. CVs are not accepted.

GARRATT PARK SCHOOL

Waldron Road, London, SW18 3TB

Tel: 020 8946 5769

Email: info@garrattpark.wandsworth.sch.uk

Headteacher: Sharon Gladstone

Current roll: 215