Director of Inclusion
Location: Wiltshire
Salary: £60,170 - £65,582
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | 37 hours per week
Are you an experienced FE, education or SEND leader looking for a senior strategic role where you can shape inclusion across a large organisation?
We are recruiting for a Director of Inclusion to lead the college's approach to Inclusion, SEND and learner support across multiple campuses in Wiltshire.
The Role
You will provide strategic leadership for inclusion and SEND, ensuring learners can access, participate in and succeed in high-quality education regardless of their individual needs or circumstances.
Key responsibilities will include:
Leading and developing the college-wide Inclusion and SEND strategy
Managing and developing multidisciplinary inclusion, SEND and learning support teams
Driving improvements in attendance, engagement, achievement and progression
Overseeing SEND, EHCP, ALS and high-needs provision
Using data, learner voice and quality assurance to identify areas for improvement
Supporting curriculum leaders to embed inclusive teaching and adaptive practice
Ensuring compliance with SEND, funding and regulatory requirements
Working with local authorities, families and external partners
Leading improvement activity across multiple sites
Supporting positive destinations and reducing NEET risk
About You
We're looking for an experienced educational leader with:
Significant leadership experience within FE or a similarly complex educational environment
Strong knowledge of SEND, Inclusion and Additional Learning Support
A proven track record of leading strategic change and improving learner outcomes
Experience managing and developing large teams, ideally across multiple sites
Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes and funding
Experience improving attendance, engagement and achievement
Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills
A recognised teaching qualification at Level 6/7 ...
Head of Inclusion in West Wickham employer: Dovetail & Slate Careers
As a SEND Teacher at our large FE College in Oxford, you will be part of a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises the growth and development of both students and staff. We offer competitive pay rates, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs while enjoying the unique charm and community spirit of Oxford.
