ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER (SEN/INCLUSION)

L15 - L19

WELCOME FROM THE HEAD

Dear Applicant

Thank you for the interest you have shown in the post of Assistant Headteacher (SEN/Inclusion) at Drayton Manor High School and welcome to our inspiring and exciting school that provides a truly exceptional education.

Drayton Manor is a heavily oversubscribed, diverse, vibrant and successful school with proud traditions and an excellent reputation. Our school motto of ‘Nec Aspera Terrent - hardships do not deter us,’ is at the heart of our ethos and we live this vision every day in our work with our students and everything that we do.  The school is a calm and purposeful place where good manners and good behaviour are considered essential. We have no doubt that this moral education and the way it is combined with academic expertise are key factors in our school’s success.

Our teachers have excellent subject knowledge and are adept at not only preparing our students for examinations but for building their confidence so they are well prepared for their future lives, whatever their chosen path. We are very proud of our rich and wide curriculum which supports the growth and development of our student body and staff play an integral role in supporting this.

It is over 95 years since Drayton Manor opened in 1930 and we continue to build on the successes of the past to put the school in the best possible position for the next 95 years. Our school is a positive, welcoming and encouraging environment, which is a reflection of the outstanding contribution our staff members make to all aspects of our busy school life.

Drayton Manor recognise and value continued professional development. Deliberate Practice, Curriculum specific training and Instructional Coaching are at the heart of our pedagogical training model with every teacher having the opportunity to work one-to-one with a coach. Additionally, we have a legacy of developing educational leaders including supporting staff through a range of National Professional Qualifications.  The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional development in all areas of their practice.

We offer

·         The opportunity to work for an organisation which is value-driven and places our students at the centre of everything we do

·         The opportunity to work with fantastic students who are aspirational and driven to succeed

·         Access to high quality CPD and support with career progression to Deputy Headship and Headship

·         Flexible and remote working opportunities mapped onto each professional's calendar

·         Access to a private health care and wellbeing support package

·         Magnificent buildings and an attractive and harmonious working environment

·         An exciting opportunity to be involved in shaping the future direction of the school

Candidates who have extremely high expectations and who are keen to take a full and active role in the life of the school are encouraged to apply.  This role requires excellent communication skills, meticulous attention to detail and a firm commitment to upholding the ethos, values and expectations of the school.  

As an inclusive employer we are seeking  candidates from a range of backgrounds and invite you to visit our website, which offers further information about the school, or contact HR (hroffice@draytonmanorhighschool.co.uk) if you have any queries or would like to arrange a site visit.

Candidates should complete an application form describing how their skills, knowledge and experience match the job description and person specification for the post of Assistant Headteacher(SEN/Inclusion). This should be sent via email to hroffice@draytonmanorhighschool.co.uk to arrive by 12 noon, Monday 13 April 2026. You can download an application form HERE.

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

The closing date is 12 noon, Monday 13 April 2026.

Yours faithfully,

Mrs Lisa Mills

Headteacher