Head of Inclusion

Salford City College Group; Pendlebury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave

Staff training and development

On-site parking

Professional pension

Job summary

Salford City College Group is recruiting a Head of Inclusion across multiple vacancies. The post leads the Learning Support department and shapes inclusive practice to support learners with SEND and EHCPs, ensuring tailored high-quality support.

The role requires strategic leadership, staff management of Inclusion Support Assistants, and ongoing development of SEND provision across the college network, with a pro rata salary and term-time hours.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience within Learning Support or SEND provision.
• Experience leading teams and staff development in an education setting.
• Experience coordinating support for learners with SEND and EHCPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Learning Support department.
• Develop a team of Inclusion Support Assistants (ISAs).
• Ensure tailored support for learners with SEND/EHCPs to thrive and achieve.

Skills

Leadership

SEND provision

Job description

Head of Inclusion - Multiple vacancies available

Closing Date: 11/10/26 | Interview Date: 22/10/2026

Salary: £37,976 - £41,846 (Pro rata actual salary £33,660 - £37,090).Incremental progression throughout the band is available

Contract Type: Permanent, Term Time Only | Hours per Week: 36 hours | Location: 1 x Future Skills, 1 x Eccles, 1 x City Skills, 1 x Worsley and 1 x Pendleton Sixth Form

About the Role

The Head of Inclusion plays a pivotal role within our colleges, ensuring that inclusion is at the heart of everything we do to support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

In this role, you will lead, manage, staff within the Learning Support department. You will develop a team of Inclusion Support Assistants (ISAs), driving the consistent delivery of high-quality, personalised support. You will be responsible for ensuring that learners with SEND, Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), as well as those identified as high needs, receive the tailored support they require to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We are seeking highly experienced, innovative leaders who are deeply passionate about SEND provision and committed to removing barriers to learning. You will champion inclusive practice across the college, fostering a culture where every learner feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Reason to Join Us

• We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 40 days annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
• We have a 2:30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including three Staff Wellbeing days per year.
• We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.
• We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
• We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff.
• We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
• Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
• Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
• 93% of staff are proud to work at the College.

Commitment to Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as part of our safeguarding commitment we undertake DBS checks as part of our pre-employment procedures on all potential new employees.

The College is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, welcoming applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with military experience whose unique skills and perspectives are highly valued.

Recruitment Agencies

We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.

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