Inclusion Leader in Nottingham

Killisick Junior School is seeking a committed and inspirational Inclusion Lead to champion inclusive practice and ensure every day counts for every child. The Inclusion Lead will shape and sustain an inclusive culture, ensuring systems, processes and provision meet the needs of all pupils. You will model best practice, support and train staff, work in close partnership with families and external agencies, and fulfil the statutory responsibilities of a SENDCO. As a member of the Leadership Team, you will support the Headteacher in leading behaviour, attendance and pupil premium provision, while meeting the Teachers’ Standards and professional duties outlined in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.

As a proud member of the Flying High Partnership, we are committed to providing an outstanding education that enables every child to achieve their very best. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming, nurturing and inclusive school where children, families and staff work closely together. Our strong sense of community means the successful candidate will be joining a supportive and collaborative team who are deeply committed to making a difference for every pupil.

We are looking for a highly effective leader who can drive excellence across these areas, raise standards and inspire children and staff. If you have a vision and the expertise and passion to make a lasting impact on every child's education, then we would love to hear from you.

What we are looking for:

• A leader who will champion the school's vision for inclusion and support strategic leadership
• A passionate and committed leader with a strong track record of supporting diverse and inclusive school environments
• An experienced SENDCO with in depth knowledge of the SEND code of practice and effective strategies for supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
• DSL training and experience and an understanding not only of legislation and procedures, but also an understanding how lived experiences impact children's experiences within school and how best to support this
• Enthusaistic drive of a culture of high expectations and strong outcomes for all pupils, including those with SEND and those eligible for pupil premium
• A collaborative leader who can work well with teachers, teaching assistants, wider school staff, external agencies, parents and children in order to effect positive change for children.
• Skilled in using data and evidence to analyse and identify patterns so as to implement effective strategies in a range of contexts including behaviour, attendance and pupil premium.
• Excellent communication and interaction skills, with the ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and empathy.

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work in a forward thinking school that wants to see every child reach their potential
• A leadership role with strategic responsibility and a staff team that are always looking to improve
• A committment to people across our partnership, underpinned by our People Principles
• access to the Employee Access Programme (providing counselling and financial advice)
• Bravo Benefits (online wellbeing and cashback)
• Medicash app
• A fantastic workplace where magic happens every day for children and staff.

Application Details:

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. We are really looking forward to meeting and you and potentially welcoming you into our school family. Please contact the school office to arrange a visit.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.

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