Head of SEND, Inclusion & Safeguarding Leadership

School Of Coding; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £45,000 - £55,000 per annum

Generous annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Strong CPD and development

Company and social events

Bright Exchange discounts

Free onsite parking

Job summary

SOC Independent School in Wolverhampton is seeking a Head of SEND Learning to lead educational, pastoral and operational performance, ensuring safety, support and high achievement for learners. The post covers school improvement, safeguarding, SEND provision and resource management.

As Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will ensure safeguarding compliance, staff training and effective cooperation with families and agencies, while reporting to senior leaders and the proprietor on educational

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience improving provision and learner outcomes.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, teaching and assessment.
• Experience as DSL/Deputy DSL or readiness to train.
• Commitment to SEND, EHCP provision and removing learning barriers.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage performance and change.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic school improvement and safeguarding practice.
• Oversee curriculum quality, assessment and progression planning.
• Ensure safe recruitment, safeguarding training and information sharing.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and operational delivery within a regulated setting.
• Build partnerships with families, local authorities and external agencies.
• Report progress, risks and resources to senior leaders and proprietor.

Skills

Senior leadership

Curriculum leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication

Analytical skills

Team development

Budget management

Education

Degree with QTS

Job description

SOC Independent School in Wolverhampton is seeking a Head of SEND Learning to lead educational, pastoral and operational performance, ensuring safety, support and high achievement for learners. The post covers school improvement, safeguarding, SEND provision and resource management.

As Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will ensure safeguarding compliance, staff training and effective cooperation with families and agencies, while reporting to senior leaders and the proprietor on educational