Head of SEND & Inclusion Strategy

Plume Academy; Heybridge; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Plume Academy invites applications for a Head of SEND to lead strategic development of SEND across the academy, working with SLT to secure high-quality provision and outcomes. The post holder will promote inclusive practice, monitor impact, and ensure effective deployment of resources to raise attainment, attendance and wellbeing for students with SEND.

The role requires senior leadership experience, collaboration with families and external agencies, and a commitment to safeguarding and high

Qualifications

• Leads SEND strategy and provision across the academy.
• Coordinates referrals, assessments and multi-agency support.
• Manages SEND staff and resources to improve outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND strategy and provision across the academy.
• Coordinate referrals, assessments and multi‑agency support; liaise with families and external professionals.
• Line-manage SEND teachers and Learning Support Assistants.
• Ensure examinations access arrangements comply with JCQ regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Line management

Inclusive education

Communication

Tools

JCQ regulations

Job description

Plume Academy invites applications for a Head of SEND to lead strategic development of SEND across the academy, working with SLT to secure high-quality provision and outcomes. The post holder will promote inclusive practice, monitor impact, and ensure effective deployment of resources to raise attainment, attendance and wellbeing for students with SEND.

The role requires senior leadership experience, collaboration with families and external agencies, and a commitment to safeguarding and high