Inclusion Adviser - Inclusion & ALN

NEWPORT CITY COUNCIL; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport City Council is seeking an experienced Inclusion Adviser (Inclusion and ALN) to lead the Inclusion and ALN Advisory Team and shape inclusive education across the city.

You will work with schools, settings and multi-agency partners to embed the ALN Act, strengthen practice and improve outcomes from Early Years to Post-16. The role requires strategic leadership and strong data-driven improvement focus.

Qualifications

• QTS and degree-level qualification or equivalent.
• Proven track record of raising standards.
• Experience leading ALN and inclusion initiatives.
• Strong data analysis and use of data to drive improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Inclusion and ALN across Newport schools.
• Lead and manage a specialist advisory team supporting inclusion and ALN.
• Drive the development and implementation of the Local Authority's Inclusion Strategy.
• Support schools with IDPs and person-centred planning.
• Lead quality assurance activities, including Inclusion Reviews and LRB reviews.
• Collaborate with special schools and partners to build capacity in mainstream settings.
• Develop and deliver training for ALNCOs and school leaders.
• Lead strategic development of neurodiversity provision across Newport.
• Use data to evaluate impact and inform decisions for vulnerable learners.

Skills

QTS

Degree-level

Teaching experience

Educational improvement

ALN legislation

Coaching & communication

Data-driven improvement

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

Job description

Post No.POSN002752 - Inclusion Adviser for Inclusion and ALN

Soulbury Scale Point 13 Permanent full time, term time plus 3 weeks may be an option.

Education Service | Inclusion Team Newport City Council

Are you an experienced educational leader with a passion for inclusion, equity and improving outcomes for children and young people with Additional Learning Needs (ALN)?

Newport City Council is seeking an exceptional Inclusion Adviser (Inclusion and ALN) to play a key strategic role in shaping inclusive education across the city. This is an exciting opportunity to influence policy, drive school improvement and ensure that learners with additional learning needs receive the support they need to thrive.

About the Role

Working as part of the senior Inclusion leadership team, you will support the delivery of the Council's vision for inclusive education and provide leadership across a range of strategic ALN and inclusion priorities. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with schools, settings, special schools and multi-agency partners to strengthen inclusive practice and improve outcomes for children and young people from Early Years through to Post-16.

You will lead the Inclusion and ALN Advisory Team, developing high-quality support, challenge and intervention programmes that help schools build capacity and sustain effective inclusive practice. A key aspect of the role will be supporting the implementation and continued embedding of the Additional Learning Needs and Education Tribunal (Wales) Act and ensuring the Local Authority fulfils its statutory duties.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Provide strategic leadership for Inclusion and ALN across Newport schools.
• Lead and manage a specialist advisory team supporting inclusion and additional learning needs.
• Drive the development and implementation of the Local Authority's Inclusion Strategy.
• Support schools in delivering high-quality provision through effective Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and person-centred planning.
• Lead quality assurance activities, including Inclusion Reviews and Learning Resource Base (LRB) reviews.
• Work closely with special schools and partners to build capacity within mainstream settings.
• Develop and deliver training programmes for ALNCOs, school leaders and inclusion practitioners.
• Lead on the strategic development of neurodiversity provision across Newport.
• Use data and intelligence to evaluate impact, inform decision-making and support vulnerable learners.
• Foster strong partnerships with education, health and wider agencies to improve outcomes for children and young people.

We are looking for an inspirational and knowledgeable professional who can influence, challenge and support others to achieve excellence.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent.
• Successful teaching experience and a proven track record of raising standards.
• Experience leading educational improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of ALN legislation, inclusive practice and current developments in education.
• Outstanding communication, coaching and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to analyse and use data effectively to drive improvement.Experience motivating and developing teams to achieve ambitious outcomes.

Closing date: 28th September

Shortlisting: 29th September

Interview date: 6th October

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together

Ein gwerthoedd - Ein Gwerthoedd, Tegwch i Bawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn Gyfrifol, Gweithio gyda'n gilydd