Director of Inclusion

Montem Academy; Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Montem Academy in Slough is seeking an exceptional Director of Inclusion. You will lead SEND provision, drive inclusive practice and champion high standards of achievement for all pupils.

The role requires NASENCo accreditation or willingness to obtain it, strategic leadership, data-informed improvement, and effective collaboration with staff, families and external partners.

Qualifications

• Be an outstanding qualified teacher with a proven track record of impact, creativity and rigour.
• Have a clear understanding of what constitutes outstanding SENd provision.
• Be able to identify, drive and secure improvements to ensure high standards in all areas.
• Be the figurehead and spokesperson for inclusion at academy, inter-agency and public events.
• Have a NASENCo accreditation or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-quality inclusive practice across the academy.
• Identify and drive improvements to secure high standards in SEN provision.
• Act as the lead for inclusion, liaising with families, external partners and the Trust.

Job description

Director of Inclusion

Salary: £55,060 - £60,624

Grade: L1 - L5

Hours: Full Time

Work Pattern: Full time

Contract: Permanent

Montem is a warm and vibrant multi-cultural primary school based in Slough, which has a wonderfully diverse community comprising of pupils and adults from a wide range of nations, ethnicities and cultures. We celebrate this diversity and believe it is a key strength of our academy. We offer all children an education in a safe, calm, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child is valued as an individual. We aim to nurture well-rounded, respectful and confident children who will develop skills for life-long learning. Our school is part of The Park Federation Academy Trust, and our partnership means that there are opportunities for professional development that will further your own skills, knowledge and expertise.

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional and ambitious practitioner with a proven track record of outstanding practice for a vital role at Montem Academy, Director of Inclusion. The successful candidate will already or being willing to have the NASENCo accreditation.

The ideal candidate will:

Be an outstanding qualified teacher with a proven track record of impact, creativity and rigour.

Have a clear understanding of what constitutes outstanding SENd provision.

Be able to identify, drive and secure improvements to ensure high standards in all areas.

Be the figurehead and spokesperson for inclusion at academy, inter-agency and public events.

Have an excellent knowledge of SENd in general as well as a good understanding of a range of specific learning needs.

Have the ability to evaluate and plan strategically, motivate and inspire both staff and students

To have experience of having contributed to policy formulation, implementation, evaluation and review

Have a clear understanding of assessment and a proven ability to interpret data and use it to focus improvements.

For the right candidate, we will offer

extensive support and CPD;

the opportunity to work with other professional colleagues across the Multi-Academy Trust;

a welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff team;

an ambitious and dynamic Senior Leadership Team;

a dedicated Governing Body;

supportive parents and children who are keen to learn;

an employee assistance programme (EAP).

Closing date: As and when we receive successful applications.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List.