Chief Education & Inclusion Leader

We do social work; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

We Do Social Work is seeking a visionary Head of Education & Inclusion to lead education services across a broad portfolio in the United Kingdom. You will develop policies, drive standards, and champion inclusive practice to ensure every child can reach their potential.

You will lead collaboration with schools, health and social care partners, shaping strategy and delivering high‑quality, accessible education.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading education services within a large, complex organisation.
• Proven ability to translate strategic priorities into measurable improvements.
• Experience safeguarding within a multi‑agency context.
• Strong track record in SEND, inclusion and school improvement.
• Ability to build partnerships with schools, health and social care.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of education policies, standards and admissions.
• Drive school improvement through targeted support, challenge and interventions.
• Oversee SEND and inclusion strategies across services and partners.
• Ensure sufficient high‑quality early years and school places and transport arrangements.
• Provide strategic oversight of the Virtual School for vulnerable children.
• Foster effective partnerships to improve outcomes for children with complex needs.
• Inspire teams, manage budgets and drive continuous improvement across services.

Skills

Senior leadership

Education sector

Strategic policy development

Partnership development

Budget and resource management

Education

Graduate degree

Postgraduate certificate in Education (Level 7)

Job description

We Do Social Work is seeking a visionary Head of Education & Inclusion to lead education services across a broad portfolio in the United Kingdom. You will develop policies, drive standards, and champion inclusive practice to ensure every child can reach their potential.

You will lead collaboration with schools, health and social care partners, shaping strategy and delivering high‑quality, accessible education.