Assistant Principal for Inclusion/Senco - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Goldwyn School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-7041-401L
• Posted:02/06/2025
• Pay:Leadership Scale: L6 - L12
• Start Date:TBC
• App Close Date:17/06/2025 at 17:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Goldwyn School is seeking a passionate and strategic leader to join our senior leadership team as Assistant Principal for Inclusion/SENCO. This is a pivotal role for an experienced professional who is committed to our vision:  Aspire, Empower, Achieve, and who embodies our core values of Resilience, Empathy, Aim, Commitment, and Heart.

About the Role

As Assistant Principal for Inclusion, you will lead the strategic development and operational delivery of our SEN and Inclusion provision across all sites. You will work closely with the Principal and senior leadership team to ensure that every student receives the support they need to thrive - academically, socially, and emotionally.  You will be supported by a strong inclusion team based at each of our school sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the school’s SEN and Inclusion policies.
• Oversee and monitor the quality of provision for students with additional needs.
• Coordinate and support Inclusion Leads across all centres.
• Manage annual reviews, access arrangements, and transitions beyond Key Stage 5.
• Provide professional guidance and training to staff and work collaboratively with parents, external agencies and governors
• Lead on inclusion data, analyse data to inform strategic planning and ensure effective use of resources.
• Contribute to the school’s self-evaluation and improvement planning.
• Promote inclusive practice and staff development through coaching, mentoring, and training.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified and experienced SENCO with a proven track record of leadership in inclusive
• A strategic thinker with excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A collaborative leader who can inspire and support colleagues across multiple sites.
• A professional who is confident in using data systems (e.g., Arbor) to drive improvement.
• Someone who is committed to the wellbeing and success of every student.
• Experience of managing a team and experience at senior management level in a school setting.

Why Join Goldwyn?

Goldwyn School is a unique and rewarding place to work. We are a multi-site, outstanding SEMH provision with a strong commitment to inclusion, innovation, and professional development. You will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking team, with opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of our students.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Tina Brobyn, HR Manager: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk

Closing Date:  17 June 2025        

Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received. Goldwyn School reserves the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged.

Goldwyn School is committed to the highest standards in safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

References may be taken up before interview and the successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Information about the school

Goldwyn School is a Kent Maintained Foundation Special School for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2022). We operate across five unique sites in Ashford and Folkestone, each offering a tailored educational pathway to meet the diverse and complex needs of our students.

We are an aspirational and inspirational school, committed to nurturing the potential of every young person. Our inclusive ethos is underpinned by research-led, trauma-informed, and nurturing practices, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Sites: Each of our five sites offers a tailored educational pathway, ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to thrive: • Goldwyn Ashford - Great Chart, Ashford (TN23 3BT) • Goldwyn Folkestone - Parkfield Road, Folkestone (CT19 5BY) • Goldwyn Vocational Centre - Leacon Road, Ashford (TN23 4FB) • Goldwyn Plus - Beaver Lane, Ashford (TN23 5NX) • Goldwyn Nurture Hub – School Lane, Hothfield, Ashford (TN26 1HA)

Our Vision and Values: Our school community is built on the vision: Aspire ∙ Empower ∙ Achieve. We promote a culture where every member of our community demonstrates: • Resilience - Overcoming barriers with creativity and independence • Empathy - Caring for ourselves and others, fostering respect and belonging • Aiming - Striving to reach our full potential • Commitment - Dedicated to success, growth, and opportunity • Heart - Passionate about making a difference, championing equality and inclusion

Why Work at Goldwyn? “Goldwyn is a family; a truly supportive unit.” - School Governor

At Goldwyn, our staff are our superpower. We believe that a supported and valued team is essential to delivering the best education for our students. Here’s what makes Goldwyn a great place to work:

• A values-driven culture that shapes everything we do • A strong, dynamic leadership team offering coaching and mentorship • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and shared learning • A rich CPD programme, including accredited training and leadership development • A strong focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like: - Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal advice, and more) - Free flu vaccinations - Free parking at all sites - Generous pension scheme - Kent Scheme Rewards

Leading the Way in SEMH Education As part of the KSENT Trust, Goldwyn staff benefit from opportunities to engage in practitioner research, school-to-school support, and national-level collaboration. We are proud to be at the forefront of SEMH education, shaping best practices and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kerry Greene
• Address:Godinton Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BT
• Telephone: 01233 622958
• Email: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 662177

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