Director of Inclusion and SEND (part time)

senploy; Thundersley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A multi-school trust in the UK is seeking a Director of Inclusion and SEND to enhance inclusive practices across its schools. This flexible part-time role (0.4 FTE) involves developing and monitoring SEND provision, mentoring school leaders, and ensuring exceptional support for all children. Ideal candidates will hold QTS, a SEND qualification, and possess significant experience in inclusive leadership. The ability to travel among schools is required.

Benefits

Structured professional development

Flexible working arrangement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in improving outcomes through inclusive leadership.
• Experience with mentoring school leaders.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor inclusive practices across schools.
• Lead the Trust-wide strategy for SEND provision.
• Ensure the highest quality of SEND support.

Skills

Inclusive leadership

Mentoring school leaders

Improving outcomes

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

SEND qualification

Job description

At SEEAT, inclusion isn't just a policy, it's a purpose. Across our nine schools, we're proud of our successes, but our ambitions remain high. We're looking for a Director of Inclusion and SEND to lead our Trust-wide strategy and ensure every child has the support they need to excel.

You’ll develop, embed and monitor inclusive practice, mentor school leaders, and ensure that SEND provision is of the highest quality across the Trust.

This 0.4 FTE position can be arranged over 2 or 3 days, offering flexibility that fits your lifestyle. You’ll also have access to structured professional development and coaching to support your ongoing career progression.

The role suits a highly experienced inclusion or SEND leader looking to expand their influence and work strategically across multiple schools.

You’ll hold QTS, a SEND qualification, and bring extensive experience in improving outcomes through inclusive leadership.

Travel across all SEEAT schools will be necessary; The Deanes serves as our central base.

Safeguarding

SEEAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post requires an Enhanced DBS disclosure and may include online and social media checks for shortlisted candidates, in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.