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[KCC886-6912-654L] Full-time - Not Applicable, SENCO - New Line Learning Academy , Maidstone, ME15 9QL

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

New Line Learning Academy is seeking to appoint an exceptional Associate Assistant Headteacher – SENDCo to join our Senior Leadership Team on a permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate leader to shape and drive our vision for inclusion, ensuring that every student with SEND receives the support, challenge and opportunities they need to thrive. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of SEND provision across the Academy, playing a pivotal role in improving outcomes, wellbeing and aspirations for our students.

The school is implementing an innovative new curriculum model from September 2026, designed to be ambitious, inclusive and responsive to the diverse needs of all learners. Across Key Stages 3 and 4, students will follow personalised pathways that maintain access to a broad and balanced curriculum while providing targeted support for those with SEND, literacy, numeracy and SEMH needs. The model places a strong emphasis on inclusion, equity and high aspirations, ensuring that all students can access appropriate interventions, therapeutic support and personalised learning opportunities. This strategic development aligns closely with emerging SEND reforms and reflects the school’s commitment to improving outcomes, engagement and successful preparation for adulthood and the AAHT SENDCo will be pivotal in driving this change.

We are looking for an inspirational practitioner with a strong commitment to inclusive education and a proven ability to secure positive outcomes for young people with SEND. You will provide professional leadership and guidance to colleagues, promote high-quality teaching and learning, and ensure resources are deployed effectively to meet the needs of all learners. The role includes overseeing the identification, tracking and monitoring of SEND students, implementing effective interventions, and working closely with external agencies, families and staff to deliver exceptional support.

You will also lead and develop a dedicated team of experienced Teaching Assistants, fostering a collaborative culture that places student success at the heart of everything we do.

Whether you are an experienced SENDCo looking for your next leadership challenge or an aspiring senior leader seeking to broaden your strategic impact, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to whole-school improvement while developing your own leadership journey.

The SENDCo currently does not have a teaching commitment, focusing instead on leadership and intervention delivery. However, a teaching allocation could be considered for the right candidate.

We are looking for someone who:

Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has recent and relevant teaching experience
Is an outstanding classroom practitioner with the ability to inspire and motivate students
Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or is working towards the qualification (or has equivalent experience)
Has a strong understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and statutory guidance
Demonstrates experience of working effectively with external agencies and stakeholders
Possesses excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills
Is committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every student

[KCC886-2127-161L] Full-time - Not Applicable, Vice Principal - Leigh Academy Paddock Wood , Tonbridge, TN12 6JE

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Highly Competitive + Performance Bonus + Private Healthcare + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

Leigh Academy Paddock Wood has an exceptional opportunity for a committed, enthusiastic and passionate Vice Principal to join us from January 2027 or earlier. Joining us will enable you to work with like-minded colleagues who share your goals and ambitions. You will be part of a team that provides outstanding educational opportunities for all of our pupils through creative, carefully sequenced and highly effective lines of inquiry where all learners are at the very core of driving our curriculum.

This position offers a unique leadership opportunity for those who are inspired to positively impact upon children’s life chances and potential. As part of this position there will be the expectation that you will cover classes to provide release time or provide some teaching to a consistent class. You will support the Principal with the strategic direction of the academy and act in a delegated capacity in their absence.

We wish to hear from you if you are committed to changing our education world and are:

an enthusiastic, energetic and ambitious leader with a successful track record at primary level;
a motivational and inspirational leader with high expectations of staff;
confident and able to communicate a clear vision for the school;
able to develop children to reach their full potential regardless of background or circumstance;
approachable and keen to work with staff across the Trust to ensure wide success;
able to establish and develop excellent relationships with the community and other stakeholders.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Applying for this Opportunity

Naturally, we are seeking to appoint the best possible candidate and therefore, the application process will reflect our desire to undertake all necessary measures to achieve this.

On the basis that interested candidates may be keen to visit the academy before making a formal application, you can arrange this by contacting Maria Wakeford (Office Manager) -maria.wakeford@paddockwood.latrust.org.uk. Visits will be offered and will be hosted by the Principal, Thomas Moore. Please ensure you offer Maria a range of dates when you are available in your initial email to ensure we can coordinate a visit that works for both you and the academy.

Candidates wishing to have an initial conversation with the Principal about this role can also arrange for a telephone call. Those wishing to do so should also contact Maria Wakeford (as above) in the first instance.

Closing date: Friday 26th June 2026 (12 noon)

Shortlisting date: Friday 26th June 2026

Interview date: Monday 6th July 2026

If you have any queries on any aspect of the application process or need additional information, please contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor) on 01634 412 205 or amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk.

[KCC886-3294-183L] Full-time - Not Applicable, SENCO - St Matthew's High Brooms CEP School , Tunbridge Wells , TN4 9DY

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

We are looking for an Inclusion Lead, with some teaching responsibility, to join our school as a member of our Leadership Team.

St Matthew’s is proud to be an inclusive school. We are looking for an inspirational Inclusion Lead/SENDCO to continue developing SEND and PP provision in the school. The SENDCO/Inclusion Leader Role will have some class responsibility in addition to the role. This role would be part of our Leadership Team. Ideally, you will have the SEND qualification or be willing to take part in the programme immediately.

We are looking for a candidate who shows:

Experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
Thorough knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
The ability to lead staff in developing their knowledge and expertise in working with SEND children
The ability to support, enhance and monitor the work of Teaching Assistants working with SEND and PP children
Knowledge of current approaches to integrating and supporting pupils with EAL.
Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team
The ability to liaise successfully with outside professionals for pupil support
The ability to build successful working relationships with parents
An excellent teacher
A strong team member.

You need to offer:

A commitment to inclusion, equal opportunities and quality education for all
An excellent understanding of how children learn
Strong management and organisational skills and experience of leading/managing other staff
Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
The ability to support, motivate and challenge colleagues to achieve their best and move the school forward
The ability to respond positively and proactively to new challenges
An ongoing commitment to developing your own professional skills.

St Matthew’s can offer you:

A welcoming, friendly environment with strong values underpinning all we do
A school that values creative individuals who innovate successfully
A supportive staff who work well together as a team
A school that values and celebrates diversity
A commitment to staff development and teamwork
A commitment to providing enriching opportunities for life-long learning
Strong links with our families and wider community.

Please contact the school to arrange a visit.

Closing date: Thursday 18th June 2026 at 5pm

Interviews: TBC

We reserve the right to close this advertisement ahead of the closing date.

St Matthew’s High Brooms Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants are subject to an enhanced CRB check.

St Matthew’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We operate stringent safer recruitment procedures.

[KCC886-6021-47L] Full-time - Not Applicable, Headteacher - Somerhill Charitable Trust Ltd , Tonbridge, TN11 0NJ

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Somerhill is an extraordinary place to learn and work. Nestled in 150 acres of parkland, our school offers a unique combination of history, beauty and vibrancy. We believe passionately that early childhood should be filled with joy, curiosity and possibility, and our pre-prep provides the perfect environment for children to take their first steps into education with confidence and wonder. As our current Head of Pre-Prep prepares to take up her own headship, we look forward to welcoming a new colleague who will bring warmth, insight and inspiration to this vital stage of school life. This is a rare opportunity to lead a thriving pre-prep and shape the earliest experiences of Somerhill children.

The Head of Pre-Prep looks after approximately 200 pupils across Nursery, Kindergarten, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, and oversees a team of more than 35 dedicated staff, including the Deputy Head of Pre-Prep, Head of EYFS, teachers and teaching assistants. Working closely with the Head and the Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure excellence and consistency across EYFS and Key Stage 1, monitor children’s progress, and use assessment to drive continual improvement. The role brings a high degree of day-to-day autonomy while remaining deeply connected to the wider leadership of the school. With a strong focus on pastoral care, well-being, behaviour and family partnerships, you will help create a nurturing and inspiring environment for our youngest learners. You will also contribute to staff development, admissions, marketing, health and safety compliance, and the smooth running of daily operations while teaching for part of the week to remain closely connected to pupils and model best practice.