Assistant Director of Inclusion & SEND

Salford City College Group; Pendlebury; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Salford City College Group is recruiting an Assistant Director of Inclusion & SEND to lead Learning Support for learners with inclusion needs. You will line-manage the SEND Advisory Teacher Service and work with colleagues to embed inclusive practice across the learner journey, including curriculum design, teaching, learning and pastoral support.

You will drive inspection readiness through strong self-assessment and quality assurance, aligning to evolving national expectations for SEND and

Responsibilities

• Lead and line-manage the SEND Advisory Teacher Service and Learning Support staff.
• Embed inclusive practice across the learner journey in curriculum design, teaching, learning, assessment and pastoral support.
• Work to ensure inspection-readiness through robust self-assessment and quality assurance.

Job description

Assistant Director of Inclusion & SEND

Closing Date: 18/10/2026 | Interview Date: W/c 2/11/2026

Salary: £42,912 - £47,270 (Pro rata salary for Term Time Only £38,035 - £41,897.Incremental progression throughout the band is available.

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only | Hours per Week: 36 hours | Location: SCC Group

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and committed professional to support the Director of the Department in the day-to-day running of Learning Support for learners with inclusion needs. The role includes line managing and leading the SEND Advisory Teacher Service alongside other Learning Support staff, ensuring high-quality, collaborative practice across the team. You will play a key role in embedding inclusion throughout all aspects of the learner journey, including curriculum design, teaching, learning, assessment, pastoral support, and transition planning. Additionally, you will ensure the college remains inspection-ready through robust self-assessment, quality assurance processes, and the development of evidence aligned to evolving national expectations for inclusion, including SEND and Alternative Provision reforms, with a strong focus on high-quality inclusive practice, improved outcomes, statutory compliance, and effective preparation for adulthood for learners with SEND.

Reason to Join Us

• We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks not in college (195 days in College).
• We have a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year.
• We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer pension contribution.
• Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with
• We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
• We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.
• We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
• Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
• Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
• 94% of staff are proud to work at the College.

Safer Recruitment and Safeguarding Requirements

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility, and all staff are expected to understand their role in identifying and responding to concerns.

This role involves regular contact with children and/or young people and may include regulated activity as defined by current safeguarding legislation.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS and further safeguarding checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees.

It is an offence to apply if you have been barred from regulated activity with children.

The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in the job description and person specification.

We reserve the right to conduct online searches as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

References will be sought at shortlisting stage.

The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.

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