Inclusion Manager

Ernest Bevin Academy has an ambitious vision: to be recognised as one of the top boys’ schools in the country by combining academic excellence with a culture of high expectations, strong relationships and an unwavering belief in every student’s potential. Our core values of Ambition, Perseverance and Unity shape everything we do—driving students to aim high, equipping them with resilience to overcome challenges, and bringing together staff, students and families as one supportive community. We are committed to ensuring every young man flourishes academically, personally and socially, leaving confident, resilient and ready to make a positive contribution to the world.

With excellent Sixth Form pathways into university, apprenticeships and employment, we support every student to pursue their ambitions with confidence. Building on the Academy’s proud history, we are seeking talented and committed staff to take Ernest Bevin Academy to even greater heights. We are extremely proud of the academic achievements of our students. In 2024 our boys exceeded all national progress levels for boys in maintained schools and we reported a positive progress 8 score, one of the highest progress scores in Wandsworth.

Ernest Bevin is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

What we offer:

• A school committed to the Science of Learning and Rosenshine’s principles.
• Extensive CPD opportunities, including weekly practice sessions and termly training.
• The support of United Learning’s centralised curriculum and specialist advisor team.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking leadership environment.
• We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Make a Difference. Change Lives. Shape Futures.

Are you passionate about ensuring every young person has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the challenges they face? We are seeking an Inclusion Manager to join our dedicated pastoral and inclusion team. This is a rewarding leadership role for an experienced professional who is committed to supporting vulnerable students, removing barriers to learning, and promoting positive outcomes for all.

As our Inclusion Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our inclusive ethos, working closely with students, families, staff, and external agencies to ensure that every child receives the support they need to thrive.

The Role

• Lead and coordinate the school's inclusion provision for students experiencing behavioural, attendance, welfare, or social-emotional challenges.
• Develop and oversee targeted interventions that improve engagement, attendance, behaviour, and achievement.
• Manage the school's Reflection Room, ensuring it operates as a restorative and supportive environment.
• Line manage and support the Reflection Room Officer.
• Work closely with families to build strong partnerships that support student success.
• Coordinate multi-agency support, acting as a key liaison with services such as Children's Services, Early Help, CAMHS, Social Care, Educational Psychology, and Local Authority Inclusion Teams.
• Support students returning from suspension, alternative provision, or extended absence through effective reintegration planning.
• Analyse behaviour, attendance, and intervention data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a compassionate, resilient, and highly organised professional who can build positive relationships while maintaining high expectations. The successful candidate will have:

• Significant experience working with secondary-aged students.
• Experience supporting young people with behavioural, emotional, social, attendance or welfare needs.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, inclusion, and barriers to learning.
• Experience working collaboratively with families and external agencies.
• Excellent communication, organisational and case management skills.
• Experience leading staff or managing teams.
• A commitment to restorative, trauma-informed and inclusive approaches.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We reserve the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.