Inclusion Lead

Temporary Inclusion Lead (Further Education)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:45am - 5:00pm

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Inclusion Lead to join a Further Education setting on a temporary basis. This is a cross-college role responsible for leading and coordinating inclusive learner support, ensuring students with SEND and additional learning needs receive the highest standard of support to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate learner support provision across the college.
• Manage and support a team of Learning & Skills Coaches and Learning Support Assistants.
• Oversee support for learners with SEND, EHCPs, SEMH needs, and other additional learning needs.
• Deliver targeted interventions and develop strategies to improve learner engagement, progression, and achievement.
• Work closely with curriculum teams, safeguarding staff, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Monitor learner progress and ensure support plans are effectively implemented.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment that enables all learners to succeed.
• Contribute to safeguarding, wellbeing, and student support initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience supporting learners with SEND, EHCPs, and additional learning needs.
• Experience leading or coordinating learner support services.
• Experience managing or supervising Learning Support Assistants, Learning & Skills Coaches, or similar support staff.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, SEND legislation, and inclusive practice.
• Ability to develop and implement effective intervention strategies.
• Experience working collaboratively with curriculum teams, safeguarding teams, and external professionals.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and people management skills.

Desirable

• Experience within a Further Education or Post-16 setting.
• Knowledge of EHCP processes and annual reviews.
• Relevant SEND, education, or leadership qualifications.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced learner support professional to make a significant impact on student outcomes, inclusion, and wellbeing within a supportive Further Education environment.

To apply, please send your updated CV.