Director of Inclusion

Are you a visionary

leader with a relentless commitment to removing barriers and ensuring every

child has a place to belong? We are seeking to

appoint an exceptional Director of Inclusion to lead our strategic approach to

SEND, disadvantage, and targeted support, ensuring that every student, regardless

of their starting point, can Learn, Think, Contribute, and Care. You will be

the strategic lead for closing the gap for our most vulnerable learners ensuring

that inclusion is woven into the fabric of the school’s Quality of Education. You will hold high expectations for all, ensuring that statutory

duties are met with rigour and that every resource is deployed to maximise

pupil progress, leading a

"Team Around the Child" that includes our SENCo function,

Safeguarding, and specialised support staff. This role to start

in September 2026 (or earlier), is a pivotal Senior Leadership position

designed for a values-driven leader, who understands that true inclusion is the

"engine room" of a forward thinking school. The successful candidate

will:

Possess a deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the

Equality Act, with the ability to translate complex needs into actionable

classroom strategies.

Can work in dynamic partnership with the Assistant Principal (QE)

to operationalise our Pupil Premium strategy, ensuring it makes a

sustained difference on the ground.

Be an expert in co-production, building powerful relationships

with parents, carers, and external partners to ensure our students'

aspirations are at the heart of every decision.

Have the analytical skill to use qualitative and quantitative

data to identify emerging needs, such as SEMH or EBSA both quickly and

accurately.

If you are passionate about developing others,

driving improvement and have the

passion to make a lasting difference ensuring every

student feels they belong, we would love to hear from you. Skills and Knowledge

Proven track record of outstanding inclusive classroom practice Successful teaching experience across a range of key stages Experience leading on SEND, PP implementation, or Inclusion at a whole-school level Experience of Alternative Provision oversight or reintegration Experience in co-production and working effectively with parents and external agencies Deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and Equality Act 2010 Understanding of evidence-based strategies for disadvantaged/PP pupils Thorough knowledge of the Ofsted 2025 Framework regarding Inclusion Knowledge of EBSA, SEMH, and early identification strategies Familiarity with using qualitative and quantitative data to monitor impact Ability to inspire and lead a diverse "Team Around the Child" Skilled in leading change and managing performance to achieve sustained improvement Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Ability to hold others to account while provid