Head of Inclusion - Multiple Vacancies available

Salford City College; Salford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

LGPS enrolment

Staff Wellbeing days

Flexible working

Job summary

Salford City College is seeking a Head of Inclusion to lead the Learning Support department across multiple campuses (Future Skills, Eccles, City Skills, Worsley, Pendleton Sixth Form).

The role drives inclusive practice, oversees a team of Inclusion Support Assistants, and ensures SEND/EHCP needs are met with high-quality personalised support for learners with complex needs. Permanent, term-time role, 36 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and staff the Learning Support department.
• Develop a team of Inclusion Support Assistants (ISAs).
• Ensure SEND, EHCPs, and high-need learners receive tailored support.
• Champion inclusive practice across the college to empower learners.

Job description

Head of Inclusion - Multiple vacancies available

Salford City College Group consists of five colleges in the Salford area: Pendleton Sixth Form College, Eccles Sixth Form College, FutureSkills at MediaCityUK, City Skills and Worsley College. The Group also comprises of Apprenticeships at Salford City College and University Centre at Salford City College.

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

Salary: £37,976.00 - £41,846.00 (Pro rata actual salary £33,660.00-£37,090.00). 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.