Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) based in Luton. The role involves collaborating with the Head of Department and other staff to ensure high-quality, inclusive education for students with SEND. Candidates must possess strong leadership abilities and extensive experience in supporting students with high needs, along with innovative curriculum development skills. Attractive benefits package and competitive salary offered.

Benefits

Discounted Apple products

Gym memberships

College course discounts

BUPA health plans

Free parking

Retail discounts

On-site amenities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong leadership qualities and high-level understanding of SEN required.
• Extensive experience in a SEND department and post-16 setting.
• Experience working with students, families, and professionals essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate practical and theoretical activities with the Head of Department and others.
• Implement high-quality, personalized curricula for students with High Needs.
• Foster collaboration in resource adaptation and mentoring.

Skills

Leadership

Understanding of SEN

Curriculum Development

Inclusive Practices

Job description

Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Permanent | ASAP Start

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 practical and theoretical activities. You will work with teams to embed equality, diversity, and inclusion practices, ensuring students with SEND and High Needs receive personalized curricula that incorporate 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 inclusive practices.

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

Candidate Requirements

We seek candidates with strong leadership qualities, high-level understanding of SEN, and experience working with students, families, and professionals. You should have pedagogic expertise, experience developing curricula, and knowledge of internal quality assurance processes. Extensive experience in a SEND department, post-16 setting, and a relationship-based management approach are essential.

Benefits

Benefits include discounted Apple products, gym memberships, college course discounts, BUPA health plans, free parking, retail discounts, on-site amenities, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

We are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this responsibility. The role requires enhanced DBS clearance, references, and is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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