Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) to lead efforts in enhancing educational experiences for students with SEND. Joining a collaborative team, you will focus on creating inclusive curricula and managing support for high-needs students in Brighton. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various benefits, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Discounted Apple products

Free gym membership and discounted classes

Discounted college courses

BUPA Health Expenses

Free on-site parking

Discounts with high street and online stores

On-site restaurants and retail outlets

Employee counseling services

Qualifications

• Strong leadership qualities and experience in a specialized SEND setting.
• Excellent pedagogic practice with the ability to inspire inclusion.
• Extensive experience in curriculum development and staff management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practical and theoretical activities with other staff.
• Embed equality, diversity, and inclusion practices.
• Implement personalized curricula for students with High Needs.

Skills

Leadership

Understanding of SEN

Curriculum Development

Inclusive Practices

Staff Management

Job description

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Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion), Brighton

Client: Clarus Education

Location: Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

Location: Brighton

Permanent

ASAP Start

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

You will join us on a full-time basis and in return, you will 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 practical and theoretical activities.

The role involves embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion practices, ensuring students with SEND and High Needs receive personalized curricula with English and Maths integrated within vocational learning and across the department.

You will be responsible for staffing, maximizing learning support timetables, and achieving high levels of student achievement.

You will implement personalized curricula for students with High Needs, ensure the use of college systems related to learning support, 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 potential, including those with high needs.

Candidate Requirements

We seek candidates with strong leadership qualities, a high-level understanding of SEN, and experience working with students, families, and professionals.

You should have excellent pedagogic practice, be able to inspire inclusion, and support students with high needs. Experience in curriculum development, internal quality assurance, and working with college systems is essential.

You should have extensive experience in a specialized SEND setting, post-16 experience, and a strong approach to staff management and wellbeing. Delivery experience in implementing reasonable adjustments is also required.

Benefits

- Discounted Apple products

- Free gym membership and discounted classes

- Discounted college courses

- BUPA Health Expenses and Occupational Health services

- Free on-site parking

- Discounts with high street and online stores

- On-site restaurants and retail outlets

- Employee counseling services

Safeguarding and Application

We are committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will undergo enhanced DBS clearance and references. This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours. Please review our Privacy Notice on our website for information on data use.