Inclusion Manager

Job title: Inclusion Manager/ Pastoral Lead Salary: NJC 24 – 27 £34,314 – £37,035 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (WMPS) + Lift Schools benefitsHours: Full-TimeContract type: Fixed term (initially until July 18th 2025)Start date: ASAP

Your new schoolThe Rawlett School is part of Lift Schools, a MAT of 57 schools with 10 in the Midlands, which allows you access to the best training programmes available as well as more internal opportunities. The Rawlett School is a secondary school led by a dedicated and ambitious Head of School, Beccie (Rebecca) Walker. Having worked for Lift since 2005, she has spent the last 3 years transforming the culture and teaching at The Rawlett, she has now established a strong leadership team and is confident to gain a 'Good' Ofsted on the next inspection. But she still needs ambitious staff to be part of this incredibly rewarding, yet challenging, journey and this is an opportunity for you to be part of that as we look to recruit an Inclusion Manager.

Your new roleThe Inclusion Manager is part of the pastoral team which is made up of 13 hard working individuals and you'll be responsible for the welfare of all students within the school. You'll manage the Inclusion Centre that provides a special learning environment with academic support and nurtures students with emotional and mental wellbeing challenges. The role focuses on the development of provision for students with challenging behaviour so it's key you are able to assess the needs of pupils and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils' learning and provide emotional support for pupils with problematic personal lives. You will play a vital role in supporting the Senior Leadership Team in building and maintaining a disciplined, yet caring ethos across the school. You will also promote and support positive behaviour and high levels of attendance from students, and develop and deliver strategies to improve pastoral care across the school. You will liaise with students, staff, teachers, families, and agencies where required, and will support teachers to provide consistent pastoral care to students.What you'll need to succeedYou will be confident in communicating with a range of people including pupils, staff, teachers, families, and agencies where required. You will have experience in behaviour management strategies to encourage positive behaviour and be able to motivate pupils and promote high expectations. You will also have experience of intervention programmes that accelerate progress and a commitment to raising attainment and safeguarding vulnerable young people. You will need to have a GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4-9) or equivalent.

We offer you:CPD: Outstanding whole school CPD programme, including sessions with David Didau, Clare Sealy and Tom Bennett.Training: Continuous growth and development training opportunities across 57 Lift Schools. Generous benefits: From your LGPS to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence ASAP. This is initially a fixed term contract until July 18th 2025 but we are hopeful it will be extended or made permanent.

Please don't wait until the role closes; we will be looking at applications as they come in and arranging interviews ASAP.

Closing date: 9th FebInterview: week commencing 10th Feb

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.