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DDSL & Inclusion Lead - Doncaster

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 32,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

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Job Description

Location: Doncaster 
Contract: Temp to Perm 
Reports to: SLT

Job Purpose 
To lead on all aspects of student inclusion, pastoral support, and SEN, ensuring a high-quality learning environment for all students. The role involves acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to support the safeguarding team, manage a caseload of vulnerable students, and liaise with external agencies. 
 
Key Responsibilities 
Inclusion & SEND Leadership 
 
Strategic Lead: Develop and implement strategies to support students with SEND, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and pastoral needs.
Intervention Planning: Plan and deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to boost academic and social progress. 
Provision Management: Monitor and track the progress of students receiving additional support. 
Alternative Provision: Manage relationships with alternative providers if necessary. 
Parent/Carer Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for families regarding inclusion and welfare. 
 
Safeguarding & DDSL Duties 
Case Management: Act as a first point of contact for staff for child protection issues and manage a caseload of complex cases. 
Reporting & Referrals: Report concerns to appropriate agencies (e.g., social services) in a timely manner. 
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, secure, and up-to-date safeguarding logs. 
Support & Training: Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and offer advice to staff regarding pastoral concerns. 
Meetings: Attend and prepare reports for child protection conferences, LAC reviews, and Team Around the Family meetings. 
 
Person Specification 
Experience: Proven experience in a school-based inclusion, pastoral, or SEND role. 
Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or high-level experience in SEN/Pastoral support. SENCo qualification is highly desirable. 
Knowledge: Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance. 
Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. 
Attributes: Resilient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting vulnerable children. 

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