Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

JR United Kingdom; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) in Bournemouth, focusing on embedding equality and ensuring personalized support for students with SEND. The successful candidate will play a key role in the Supported Learning Department across multiple campuses, with a competitive salary and various staff benefits.

Benefits

Discounted Apple products

Free gym membership and discounted classes

Discounted college courses

BUPA health plan and occupational health services

Free on-site parking

Discounts at retail stores

On-site dining and retail outlets

Employee assistance program with counseling services

Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development and working with SEND departments.
• Strong leadership qualities and experience with students and families.
• Knowledge of HR policy and promoting inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily activities with the Head of Department and other staff.
• Implement personalized curricula for students with High Needs.
• Champion inclusivity by mentoring and modeling inclusive practices.

Skills

Leadership

Pedagogic practice

Curriculum development

Relationship management

Inclusion promotion

Job description

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Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion), Bournemouth

Client: Clarus Education

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

Location: Bournemouth

Permanent

ASAP Start

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) to join our Supported Learning Department. We have three roles available across three campuses.

You will join us on a full-time basis and receive a competitive salary of between £44,409.00 per annum, plus staff benefits.

Weekly Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

About the Role

This role requires working collaboratively with the Head of Department, other Assistant Heads, Lecturers, and Technicians to coordinate daily activities.

The role involves embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion practices, and ensuring that students with SEND and High Needs have personalized curricula that incorporate English and Maths within vocational learning.

You will be responsible for staffing, supporting student achievement, and maximizing learning support timetables to ensure high levels of attainment.

You will implement personalized curricula for students with High Needs and champion inclusivity through mentoring and modeling inclusive practices.

Your management style should foster collaboration in planning, resource preparation, and support to help all students reach their full potential, including those with high needs.

Candidate Requirements

We seek candidates with strong leadership qualities, experience working with students, families, and professionals, and a high level of pedagogic practice.

Experience in curriculum development, internal quality assurance, and working within SEND departments in colleges or schools is essential.

You should have a strong relationship management approach, HR policy knowledge, and experience promoting inclusion through reasonable adjustments.

Benefits

- Discounted Apple products

- Free gym membership and discounted classes

- Discounted college courses

- BUPA health plan and occupational health services

- Free on-site parking

- Discounts at retail stores

- On-site dining and retail outlets

- Employee assistance program with counseling services

We are committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will undergo enhanced DBS clearance, and employment is subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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