Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion)

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

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) in Plymouth to foster inclusion and support students with special educational needs. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to implement high standards of personalized curricula and enhance student achievement.

Benefits

Discounted rates on Apple products

Free gym membership and discounted classes

Discounted college courses

BUPA Health Expenses cash plan

Free on-site parking

Exclusive discounts on high street and online stores

On-site restaurants

Free telephone counseling via Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Strong leadership qualities and experience in special educational needs.
• Ability to work with students, families, and professionals effectively.
• Experience in developing curricula and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Head of Department and staff to support students.
• Ensure personalized curricula for SEND students and champion inclusivity.
• Maximize learning support timetables for achievement.

Skills

Leadership

Special Educational Needs

Quality Assurance

Collaboration

Job description

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Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion), Plymouth

Client: Clarus Education

Location: Plymouth, 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: Cambridge

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 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 collaboration 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, and ensuring that students with SEND and High Needs receive personalized curricula that incorporate English and Maths within vocational learning and across the Supported Learning Department.

You will be responsible for staffing to support all students' achievement, maximizing daily learning support timetables, and implementing high standards of personalized curricula for students with High Needs, with ambitious outcomes. You will champion inclusivity through mentoring and modeling inclusive practices.

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

What we are looking for:

We seek candidates with strong leadership qualities, experience in special educational needs, and the ability to work effectively with students, families, and professionals. You should have high pedagogic standards, experience developing curricula, and working with stakeholders to support the SEND agenda.

Experience in quality assurance for both accredited and non-accredited programs, and familiarity with college systems like exams, student records, and MIS, are essential. Extensive experience in a SEND department in a college or school, especially post-16, is required. Strong management skills, including HR policies and staff wellbeing, are also necessary. You should be adept at implementing reasonable adjustments to promote inclusion.

Benefits:

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

We are committed to safeguarding children and expect all staff to share this responsibility. Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS clearance and references. This post 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 ‘About’ page and ‘Privacy Notice’ on our website for information on data use.