Assistant Principal - Dove House Academy

Job Description

Assistant Principal

Permanent

Leadership Pay Scale L10 - L14

Dove House is seeking to recruit an exceptional Assistant Principal to join our dedicated team and help drive the next phase of our school's development.

Dove House is a popular, successful, and highly regarded school in Basingstoke, for students with severe learning difficulties and autism, aged between 11-19. We are proud to be an 'Outstanding' school but retain our passion to keep moving forward.

We are seeking an inspiring and compassionate leader committed to transforming the lives of children with special educational needs.

As Assistant Principal you will work closely with the principal and senior leadership team to:

• Ensure the implementation of the schools SEND policy and statutory responsibilities
• Lead on the management of Local Authority placement consultations
• Lead staff CPD and Induction
• Oversee Pupil Support
• Lead the Support and Review Internal Referral system
• Lead on Transitions

We welcome applications from those with proven leadership experience within an SEN or specialist provision as well as those who have strong SEN experience within a mainstream setting. You will have a proven track record of improving outcomes for children with diverse and complex needs whilst inspiring, motivating and supporting colleagues at every level.

We will provide you with superb resources, excellent staff induction, and training. A commitment to continuing professional development, as well as opportunities for career progressions within a happy and supportive community.

For more details, please visit our website: Solent Academies Trust - Work With Us

Please complete a Solent Academies Trust application form

If you have any questions or wish to submit an application, please email recruitment@solentacademiestrust.info.

Please note we will only accept applications completed on our Solent Academies Trust form.

Visits to school are warmly welcomed, please contact 01256 351555 to arrange a visit

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 20th January 2026, 9am

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 27th January 2026

Solent Academies Trust welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, or religion. Only applications submitted on the academy's application form will be accepted Solent Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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