Assistant Headteacher: SENCO and Inclusion - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford, Aylesford

• Ref:KCC886-2030-193L
• Posted:01/05/2026
• Pay:Leadership Scale 4 - 8
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:17/05/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:20 May 2026

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We are looking to appoint an experienced leader who has the vision, energy, drive and commitment to work in partnership with the Headteacher, in the strategic management, leadership and development of our happy school.

To implement an inclusive teaching pedagogy that supports all staff to meet their statutory responsibilities for all vulnerable groups, and as a member of the Senior Leadership team, build an effective inclusion strategy.  This includes modelling key approaches and strategies along with coordinating additional support across the school.

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford is caring, inclusive, friendly and committed to working in partnership with parents/carers.  We have high expectations and believe in inspiring our pupils to achieve success, through a broad, balanced and enriched curriculum, that provides them with opportunities to excel.

The recent Ofsted inspection report commented, "Valley Invicta Primary School At Aylesford is a highly ambitious school where pupils feel valued and respected. This is because staff give pupils a voice and include them in all aspects of school life. Pupils take on many roles, such as those of subject ambassadors, house captains, eco-warriors and digital leaders. One pupil proudly told the lead inspector: ‘Lots of people want to come to this school.’".

We warmly invite you book an appointment with our Acting Headteacher, Mr Billy Harrington, to discuss this position further and tour our school.

To apply, click on the link below to download a copy of our application form and email to: recruitment@viat.org.uk 

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

Information about the school

Valley Invicta Primary School at Aylesford is a two-form entry school for children aged 4 to 11, in the heart of the local community.

The school’s facilities, which have been extended to include a brand new library, classrooms and reception area, sit in a large outdoor space, with a forest school, and well-equipped sports and play areas.

As an Outstanding school, Aylesford prides itself on working together with pupils and parents to ensure every child is motivated to achieve their very best. They are pleased to have achieved the Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing Award and were also Kent Literacy Award Winners.

Job Contact Information

• Name:VIAT HR
• Address:Teapot Lane, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7JU
• Telephone: 01622 718192
• Email: recruitment@viat.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Safeguarding Policy
• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders Policy