Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) to join their Supported Learning Development team across various campuses. This full-time role focuses on promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion practices, ensuring support for students with special educational needs. The role includes responsibilities such as curriculum development, staffing, and fostering a supportive learning environment, complemented by a competitive salary and attractive benefits.

Benefits

Discounted Apple products

Free gym membership

Discounted college courses

BUPA Health Expenses services

Free on-site parking

Exclusive shopping discounts

On-site restaurants and retail

Free telephone counseling services

Qualifications

• High-level understanding of special educational needs.
• Experience with internal quality assurance for various programmes.
• Extensive experience working in a SEND department, preferably post-16.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of daily activities with other staff.
• Implementation of high-quality, personalized curricula for students with High Needs.
• Championing inclusivity and managing staff wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Understanding of special educational needs

Curriculum development

Experience with stakeholders

Internal quality assurance

Strong management approach

Education

Experience in SEND department

Job description

Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

Location: Cambridge

Type: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) to join our Supported Learning Development team. 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 involves working collaboratively with the Head of Department, other Assistant Heads, Lecturers, and Technicians to coordinate daily activities. You will focus on embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion practices, ensuring students with SEND and High Needs receive a personalized curriculum that integrates English and Maths within vocational learning.

You will be responsible for staffing, supporting student achievement, and maximizing learning support timetables. You will implement high-quality, personalized curricula for students with High Needs, champion inclusivity, and model excellent inclusive practices.

Candidate Requirements

• Leadership qualities and readiness for a new challenge within Supported Learning.
• High-level understanding of special educational needs.
• Experience in curriculum development and working with stakeholders to support the SEND agenda.
• Experience with internal quality assurance for various programmes.
• Extensive experience working in a SEND department in a college or school, preferably post-16.
• Strong management approach, including HR policies, staff wellbeing, and implementing reasonable adjustments for inclusion.

Benefits

• Discounted Apple products
• Free gym membership and discounted classes
• Discounted college courses
• BUPA Health Expenses and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive discounts for shopping and online stores
• On-site restaurants, retail, and coffee outlets
• Free telephone counseling via Employee Assistance Programme

Additional Information

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

Please submit your detailed CV to Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours.

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