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Head of Inclusion

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 47,500 - 53,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Hillingdon, London

Expire in: 21 days

Job Description

Head of Inclusion
Salary: £47,500 - £53,000 per annum
 Contract: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
 Location: Hillingdon

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Head of Inclusion to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead our inclusive practice for young people aged 16-25 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

This is a strategic leadership role overseeing inclusion, safeguarding, therapeutic services and learner support within a specialist post-16 education setting. The successful candidate will also act as the organisation's Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).

You will work closely with learners, families, staff, local authorities and external agencies to ensure outstanding support, positive learner outcomes and compliance with statutory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and implement the organisation's Inclusion and Safeguarding Strategy.
Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
Oversee safeguarding systems, referrals, case management and multi-agency working.
Manage and coordinate therapeutic services, including Speech and Language Therapy (SALT), Occupational Therapy (OT), Counselling and Physiotherapy.
Lead annual reviews and ensure EHCP provision is effectively delivered.
Support learners to overcome barriers to learning, attendance and engagement.
Train and support staff on SEND, inclusion and safeguarding best practice.About You

You will have:

Significant experience in SEND and Further Education or specialist post-16 provision.
Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes and inclusive practice.
Experience leading safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people.
Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
Ability to influence, advocate and achieve positive outcomes for learners.Desirable

Previous Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) experience.
Leadership experience within SEND, specialist education or social care settings.
Relevant safeguarding, SEND or leadership qualifications.Why Join Us?

Opportunity to shape and lead inclusion strategy across a growing specialist provision.
Make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with SEND.
Collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.Safeguarding & Equality

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and an Enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

How to Apply

To apply or request further information, please submit your CV or contact Deji at Veritas Education London.

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
You must have legal right to work in the UK
You must be willing to attend a registration interviewVeritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community

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