SEYMOUR PARK COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL
Northumberland Road
Old Trafford
MANCHESTER
M16 9QE
Telephone: 0161 872 1150
Fax: 0161 877 4536
Email: recruitment@seymourpark.com
Website: http://www.seymourpark.com
ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER FOR INCLUSION AND SENDCO - Start Date: 1 September 2025
Leadership Scale L11 L15
Full time 1.0 FTE
Permanent
A unique opportunity has arisen to shape the future of our outstanding community school.
Seymour Park Community Primary School is a large, dynamic and thriving school family in the heart of Old Trafford. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated senior leader to join our school’s senior leadership team. The role combines Inclusion Lead and SENDCO with an Assistant Head role that reflects the high priority given to inclusion and SEND across our school, whilst also strengthening our leadership team.
The successful candidate will be passionate about inclusion and SEND. They will have the highest aspirations for ALL children. They will be ambitious to further develop world-class inclusive practice across our school. They will be ready to make a world of difference to our children’s lives and shape the future of Seymour Park.
We are looking for:
A forward-thinking leader who is ambitious for all children and dedicated to providing them with the fullest possible educational experience.
An experienced and qualified SENDCO committed to working in partnership to effectively develop our strong school systems and achieve the best outcomes for learners with SEND.
Experience of senior, strategic leadership and a track record of positive school improvement impact and innovative thinking
A torchbearer for our school values and children’s rights
A team player committed to collaborative working who can inspire, challenge and care for our staff, children and parents
Someone who is enthusiastic, compassionate and positive
An outstanding role model for our school family with an understanding of the challenges and rewards of teaching in a vibrant and diverse urban community
We can offer the successful candidate:
Incredible children who love their school and love to learn
A successful and ambitious community school with a clear vision and the highest aspirations for all its children.
A non-class based role with the opportunity to access the best professional development
The opportunity to make change and drive innovation
A supportive Headteacher, leadership team and school family
A welcoming and friendly school community
A school that cares for and nurtures every member of our school family, including our staff.
An outstanding school (Ofsted December 2023)
An extensive health and wellbeing package provided through Education Mutual www.educationmutual.co.uk
Full details of the post can be found in the application pack.
Our headteacher would warmly welcome potential candidates to visit the school. School tours will be offered from 1.30 pm on Tuesday 1 April 2025 and Tuesday 22 April 2025. Joining a tour of school can be arranged by contacting the school office on 0161 872 1150 or emailing recruitment@seymourpark.com
To apply, please complete the application form and return to recruitment@seymourpark.com
More information about our school can be found on our website: www.seymourpark.com
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to obtain an enhanced check for regulated activity from the disclosure and barring. We take data protection seriously and details of how we manage your data can be found here: www.seymourpark.com/641/gdpr
Closing Date - Thursday 1 May 2025 at 9.00 am
Shortlisting - Thursday 1 May 2025
Interviews Days- Tuesday 6 May 2025 and Wednesday 7 May 2025