Inclusion Lead in High Wycombe

At Abbey View Primary Academy, we are proud to be a nurturing and inclusive academy where every child is known, valued, and supported. We are committed to high expectations and to removing barriers so that all pupils can thrive personally and academically. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and further develop our inclusive provision, with a focus on SEND alongside wider vulnerable groups, including Pupil Premium pupils. You will play a pivotal role in shaping a culture of inclusive practice and strong outcomes for all children. This post is ideal for someone ambitious, reflective, and motivated to ensure equity of opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of SEND and whole academy inclusion.
• Ensure high quality provision for SEND and other vulnerable groups.
• Support staff to deliver adaptive, inclusive teaching.
• Remove barriers to learning and improve outcomes across the academy.
• Be responsible for day-to-day implementation of the SEND and Inclusion policies.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies.
• Advise on the deployment of the delegated budget and other resources to effectively meet pupils' needs.
• Be a designated safeguarding lead, focusing on the pupils with SEND and LAC.
• Drive a whole academy culture of inclusion, belonging and high expectations.
• Advocate for the needs of our SEND and other vulnerable groups seeking external professional support as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Hold QTS and ideally either the National Award for SEND Coordination or the National Professional Qualification in Leading SEND, or a commitment to work towards it.
• Have strong experience supporting pupils with SEND across the primary phase.
• Demonstrate a proven ability to improve outcomes for SEND and vulnerable groups, including Pupil Premium pupils.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner, modelling high quality inclusive teaching.
• Show a genuine passion for inclusion and commitment to removing barriers to learning.
• Maintain consistently high expectations for all pupils, underpinned by a strong moral purpose.
• Work effectively with families, colleagues, and external agencies.
• Communicate confidently and build positive, professional relationships with all stakeholders.
• Contribute as a collaborative team player while also confidently leading and influencing others.
• Commit to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Benefits and What We Offer

• A working environment which is vibrant, professional, kind, caring and inclusive.
• A highly rewarding learning environment with pupils who are committed to their education.
• A team of highly dedicated individuals who put the children at the centre of everything they do.
• A highly supportive multi-academy trust of like-minded academies who work collaboratively and supportively with each other.
• An opportunity to grow and develop as a professional through high quality bespoke professional development.
• A commitment to staff well-being and reduced workload.
• An opportunity to join and actively contribute to the development of Inspiring Futures Partnership Trust.
• An opportunity to participate in teacher training and school-to-school support.

Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview strong applicants before the closing date of this advert.

Interview Dates and Application Details

Closing date: 19th April 2026 (6:00pm). Interviews will take place as opportunities arise; we reserve the right to interview strong applicants before the closing date of this advert.

Additional Information

• Attendance & Behaviour
• Personal Development & Wellbeing
• Leadership and Management
• Safeguarding

To access the full Person Specification please refer to the attached Recruitment Pack.