Salary: £40,000-50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Location: Minerva May School, Surrey, RH6 9UU
Contract type: Full time
Contract term: Permanent
Start date: September 2025 (or January 2026 by negotiation)
Closing date: Friday 31st July
Minerva May School is a small, specialist independent school with just 34 students, catering for children and young people aged 11–16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and associated learning differences. Our school is rooted in the belief that Together We Can—and we are proud to provide a nurturing and aspirational environment where every student is empowered to succeed.
We are seeking to appoint a visionary and experienced leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Assistant Headteacher for Teaching, Learning and Inclusion. This role combines whole-school leadership of teaching and learning with the strategic responsibilities of the SENDCo. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and wider team to lead inclusive practice across the school, ensuring high-quality, personalised provision for every student.
The Role
As Assistant Headteacher for Teaching, Learning and Inclusion, you will:
• Lead on the development, implementation and evaluation of teaching and learning across the school, ensuring it is inclusive, trauma-informed and ambitious for all learners.
• Act as the designated SENDCo (a linked Job Description is provided as part of this advert), overseeing all SEND processes including EHCP reviews, interventions, and compliance with statutory responsibilities.
• Coach and support teaching staff to improve classroom practice and outcomes for students with complex needs.
• Champion inclusive pedagogy and differentiation across the curriculum.
• Contribute to the wider leadership of the school as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Is a qualified teacher with significant experience in SEN/SEMH/ASC settings.
• Holds (or is working towards) the NASENCO qualification.
• Has a proven track record of improving teaching and learning and leading effective SEND provision.
• Is reflective, forward-thinking, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.
• Thrives in a small-school environment and is eager to help shape a growing and ambitious provision.
Why Join Minerva May School?
• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team in a school with just 34 students, allowing for close relationships and tailored support.
• Join a school that embraces creativity, inclusion, and trauma-informed practice.
• Contribute meaningfully to a growing independent provision with a strong moral purpose.
• Work in a setting where your expertise will directly shape both individual lives and whole-school practice.
Please note: This role includes a linked Job Description for the SENDCo responsibilities, which is provided as part of this job advert.
How to Apply
To arrange a confidential discussion or book a visit to Minerva May School, please contact our school office on 07487 624260 or email [email protected]
To apply, please complete the attached application form available and submit it by email to [email protected] by Friday 31st July 2025.
We do not accept CVs alone.
Minerva May School and its proprietors is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to uphold and share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online social media checks and pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment guidance.
We are proud to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds of our community. At Minerva May School, we believe that representation and inclusivity not only strengthen our school but also enrich our students’ learning experiences and prepare them for life in a diverse society. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in educational leadership.
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