Senior Inclusion Specialist

Senior Inclusion Specialist\\n\\nWe are looking for a Senior Inclusion Specialist (term time + 3 weeks only) to join a team providing educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools in the aftermath of the Grenfell tragedy.\\n\\nPosition: Senior Inclusion SpecialistLocation: West London (office-based)Salary: £57,072 – £64,623 per annum (£54,218 – £61,391 actual/pro-rata)Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week)Contract: Permanent (term time + 3 weeks only = 42 weeks)\\n\\nClosing Date: 11.59pm on Monday 21st April 2025\\n\\nThe Role\\n\\nThe Senior Inclusion Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN) who have been affected by the Grenfell tragedy. You will work directly with families, schools, alternative provisions, and local services to identify and address individual needs, ensuring that inclusive education practices are implemented effectively.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities:\\n\\nLead and manage a small team, including an Inclusion Specialist and Family Practitioner.\\nOversee complex SEN cases, guiding families through assessments, referrals, and support plans.\\nProvide trauma-informed guidance, advising on how trauma impacts learning and behaviour.\\nWork with schools and local authorities to design inclusive education strategies and improve SEN provision.\\nConduct baseline assessments and develop individual support plans for children and young people.\\nDeliver training sessions to educators, parents, and carers on SEN best practices and trauma-informed teaching.\\nCoordinate diagnostic assessments and liaise with external professionals, ensuring timely interventions.\\nAdvocate for families, ensuring young people receive the right support within the education system.\\nDevelop and oversee peer mentoring programs and small-group after-school learning sessions in English or Maths.\\nMaintain accurate records and reports, tracking pupil progress and evaluating intervention outcomes.\\n\\nAbout You\\n\\nWe recognise this is a unique role and therefore realise you may not have experience in every aspect of the person specification. We value enthusiasm, a willingness to learn and passion for building resilience within our community.

 We therefore encourage you to apply if you feel you align with our vision and approach, even if your experience to date does not match all elements of the role.\\n\\nEssential Skills & Experience:\\n\\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS) with substantial SEN experience across multiple key stages.\\nExperience working with children affected by trauma, separation, and loss.\\nStrong knowledge of safeguarding policies and the ability to respond to concerns.\\nExperience managing teams and supporting professional development in SEN settings.\\nKnowledge of education legislation and policies, including EHCP processes and the Children and Families Act 2014.\\nAn understanding of trauma informed and restorative practice alongside a willingness to learn more.\\nAbility to design and deliver bespoke interventions for children with complex needs.\\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to engage with diverse communities.\\nCommitment to ongoing professional development and training.\\n\\nReady to Make an Impact Apply Now! Submit your CV and a supporting statement (maximum 2 sides A4) outlining how you meet the role requirements. Please ensure both documents are in one file.\\n\\nAbout the Organisation\\n\\nThe Grenfell Education Hub will open later this year to serve those most affected by the Grenfell Tower tragedy.

The hub will provide educational support to children and young people, their families, and local schools.\\n\\nFollowing a consultation process in 2023 and 2024, the hub will bring together a team of professionals, including four specialist teachers, an Educational Psychologist, a Speech and Language Therapist, an Occupational Therapist, a Careers Coordinator, and a Family Support Worker. Their time will be split between direct work with children and families in the hub and supporting local schools. The hub’s objectives are to:\\n\\nProvide high-quality educational support to as many children and young people as possible.\\nBuild the skills and confidence of children, families, and education staff in local schools.\\nDevelop strong relationships with those most affected by the Grenfell Tower fire.\\nAccurately assess its impact.\\n\\nDiversity & Inclusion: The Grenfell Education Hub is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds.\\n\\nOther roles you may have experience in: SEN Specialist, Education Consultant, Inclusion Lead, Pastoral Support Officer, Trauma-Informed Educator, Education Coordinator, Teaching and Learning Lead, Behaviour Support Specialist.\\n\\nPLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation