Assistant Headteacher SENDCo

Assistant Headteacher / SENDCo

Bristol Free School is a high-performing, inclusive and heavily oversubscribed secondary school with a thriving Sixth Form serving the community of North-West Bristol. We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher / SENDCo who shares our core values of Opportunity, Ambition and Community. This is an exciting chance to lead SEND provision in our school. We are committed to ensuring every student can thrive, no matter their starting point. You will help shape an inclusive culture where ambition is nurtured, opportunities are accessible to all, and community sits at the heart of everything we do. Working alongside our dedicated staff, families and external partners, you will provide strategic leadership that strengthens our provision and ensures our learners with additional needs receive the highest quality support and outcomes.

As a member of the senior leadership team, you will model excellence, inspire colleagues and drive whole‑school improvement with expertise, creativity and compassion. This role offers the chance to innovate within a supportive environment that invests in its leaders and encourages ambitious thinking. You will play a defining role in developing inclusive practice across the school and building a community where every student feels known, valued and empowered to succeed.

Please see the attached Recruitment Pack for full details. If you would like any further information about the role and our SEND department, please contact us to arrange a school visit or telephone conversation.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Bristol Free School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including enhanced DBS clearance, verification of qualifications and references, and online checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.