Trust Inclusion Lead / Head of SEND

with significant experience of leading inclusion in a multi-school or Trust-wide capacity and experience in setting school-level targets and plans relating to inclusion is required for Avanti Schools Trust, based in Harrow, North West London.SALARY:

Salary Banding L17 - L23 pro rata + BenefitsLOCATION:

National - with regular travel to Harrow (areas covered are Bishop''s Stortford, Bristol, Croydon, Frome, Leicester, Redbridge, Stanmore)JOB TYPE:

Part-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS:

This role is 0.8 FTE (30 hours per week) with the potential to increase to 1 FTEJOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Trust Inclusion Lead/ Head of SEND with significant experience of leading inclusion in a multi-school or Trust-wide capacity and experience in setting school-level targets and plans relating to inclusion.Are you a skilled, compassionate leader that can help the trust live that commitment every day?Working as the Trust Inclusion Lead / Head of SEND you will develop and implement a cohesive strategy that ensures exceptional provision for SEND, disadvantaged pupils, and those facing additional challenges.As the Trust Inclusion Lead / Head of SEND your expertise will help shape strategies and inspire colleagues to achieve the very best for all pupils, whatever their starting point.Help steer the direction of inclusion across the Trust and make a measurable difference to children’s lives.DUTIES

Your duties and responsibilities as the Trust Inclusion Lead / Head of SEND will include:Strategic Leadership and VisionLead the Trust-wide vision for inclusion, covering SEND, disadvantaged pupils, attendance, behaviour, medical needs, suspensions and exclusionsDevelop and deliver inclusion strategies, including the Pupil Premium Strategy, ensuring alignment with Trust priorities and statutory dutiesInspire and empower leaders and staff to achieve ambitious outcomes for all learnersSchool Support and ImprovementSupport schools in creating and implementing local inclusion plans and targeted interventions for vulnerable pupilsProvide coaching and training for SENDCos and staff to strengthen inclusive practice and positive behaviour approachesAdvise on strategies to improve attendance and reduce suspensions or exclusions, ensuring reintegration plans are effectiveQuality, Assurance and External EngagementAnalyse data and evaluate practice to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and pupil outcomes for all groupsReport on progress to senior leaders, the Trust Board and relevant committees, highlighting risks and successesBuild strong relationships with parents, communities, local authorities and networks, representing the Trust and influencing best practiceCANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Significant experience of leading inclusion in a multi-school or Trust-wide capacityExperience in setting school-level targets and plans relating to inclusionExcellent organisational skills including a good standard of numeracy and literacy, including calculating financial informationExperience of working with data and insights to make data-informed decisionsAbility to work on own initiative, making sound decisions quickly and efficiently and in line with the Trust’s values; upholding the values and ethos of the Trusts WayAbility to lead through times of change, with an understanding of effective change management with a people-focused mindsetExcellent ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and externallyExcellent organisation and time management skills to be able to organise and prioritise multiple work streams within a fast-paced and evolving environmentExcellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to develop positive and effective working relationships with a range of colleagues, and external stakeholdersAbility to produce work to a high standard, with excellent accuracy and attention to detailBENEFITS

Professional development through the Trusts Institute and their family of schoolsO2 discountsSpecsavers corporate eye test vouchersEligible for NUS/TOTUM card, Student Beans and CSSC membershipCycle-to-work and Electric Vehicle Lease SchemesStaff annual weekend retreats and Yoga ClassesAccess to multiple well-being programmes and appsPre-employment checksThe organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates are required to have an Enhanced DBS check unless internally appointed and still within the cycle of DBS re-checks.Any appointment subsequently made will be subject to the receipt of satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.APPLY TODAY…By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P13798This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools TrustPart-Time, Permanent Education Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Harrow, North West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.

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