Senior Inclusion Lead

Senior Inclusion Lead

Role Purpose

This is a key role for delivering a more inclusive education system through a locality structure. Inclusion Senior Leads will have specialisms (e.g. Home, Peer and Adapted Learning, Early Years, Post 16, Children Looked After). Within their specialism they will be an expert within the council on this area of provision for children’s education, working with other Senior Leads to build a more inclusive system for all children. This role holder will focus on children who are at the greatest risk of falling behind in their education, working collaboratively with SEND Assessment teams to identify children at greatest risk and provide the ongoing focus and attention needed to secure their future progress.

Transition points will be a particular area of focus, and they will use their teams to support the education system to identify need early and put effective strategies in place so that children’s needs are met, and families feel confident and well supported. The post holder will work closely with multi-agency partners and senior leaders to develop, test and document clear and reliable processes and strategies that enable achievable inclusion. This role involves collaborating with teachers, parents, and external agencies to create an inclusive environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of all students.

The role holder will also be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of inclusion practices and making recommendations for improvements. This position requires a deep understanding of SEND legislation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead and inspire others.

Person Specification

Knowledge

• Knowledge of common barriers to learning faced by children in different phases of education, and strategies to address them. - Essential
• Understanding of standard practices and operations in schools/settings/colleges (as appropriate) - Desirable
• Understanding of child and adolescent development and the impact of common disabilities and trauma - Essential
• Understanding of multi-agency working and its importance in supporting SEND students - Essential & Desirable
• Understanding of national and local models and frameworks for SEND (legislation, inspection, and guidance) - Essential
• Familiarity with local Somerset models of practice. - Desirable

Experience

• Experience in a leadership role with an educational setting - Essential
• Experience working with students with SEND. - Essential
• Experience in developing and implementing inclusive education policies. - Essential
• Experience in collaborating with parents, external agencies, and other stakeholders. - Desirable
• Experience in managing budgets and allocating resources. - Desirable

Qualifications / Registrations / Certifications

• A degree or demonstrate equivalent qualifications through relevant professional experience. - Essential
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent. - Desirable
• Professional qualification in Special Educational needs (SEN) or a related field. - Desirable
  
• Additional qualifications in educational leadership or management. - Desirable
• Training in safeguarding and child protection. - Essential
• Professional development courses in inclusive education. - Essential
• Membership of relevant professional bodies. - Desirable

Rate of Pay

PAYE: £390.63

Umbrella: £525

Location: Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY