Director of Inclusion

Summary:

Director of Inclusion opportunity to lead trust-wide inclusion strategies.

About the School:

A school dedicated to inspiring ambition, promoting equity, and unlocking opportunity for every learner. It fosters a culture of collaboration, leadership, and high expectations across its network.

The Opportunity:

As Director of Inclusion, you will lead trust-wide strategies for safeguarding, SEND, behaviour, personal development, and careers education. This is a transformative role with the potential to impact thousands of students and shape a culture of inclusion and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement trust-wide strategies for behaviour, safeguarding, SEND, personal development, and careers education.
• Ensure consistent application of values across all schools, promoting a culture of inclusion, fairness, and high expectations.
• Strengthen safeguarding practice and ensure compliance with statutory guidance and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Develop and monitor data-driven strategies to improve student outcomes and support staff.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape and deliver strategic plans that enhance student experience and well-being.
• Champion inclusion and equity, particularly for vulnerable students, ensuring they feel safe, supported, and empowered.
• Build strong relationships across the trust, influencing colleagues at all levels and fostering a culture of trust and respect.
• Drive improvement through evidence-based practice, using insights and analysis to shape decision-making and priorities.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles within education, with a focus on inclusion, safeguarding, and student support.
• In-depth knowledge of statutory safeguarding guidance, the SEND Code of Practice, and careers education requirements.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive improvement and monitor impact.
• Experience in designing and implementing Trust-wide frameworks for behaviour, safeguarding, and personal development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence colleagues at all levels, fostering collaboration and high expectations.

Preferred

• Experience in leading school improvement initiatives and driving cultural change across multiple schools.
• Background in working within a multi-academy trust or similar educational organisation.
• Expertise in curriculum development and extra-curricular programme delivery.
• Experience with professional development and leadership training for educators.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Access to a wide network of educational professionals and resources.