Inclusion Leader

West Sussex County Council; Arundel; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role

NPQ for SENCOs

Professional development

Supportive team

Community engagement

Job summary

Walberton & Binsted CE Primary School in Walberton, England, is seeking an experienced Inclusion Leader and SENCO for 0.5 or 0.6 FTE. The role includes strategic and operational leadership of SEND provision and statutory SENCO responsibilities.

We offer flexible hours, NPQ support, and a welcoming, supportive staff—an opportunity to shape inclusive practice across the school and improve outcomes for pupils with SEND.

Qualifications

• QTS required and experience in primary education.
• Strong SEND and inclusive practice knowledge.
• Leadership ability to guide whole-school inclusion.
• Organised, approachable and able to manage statutory processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee SEND provision and SENCO responsibilities.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals.
• Support early identification of needs and effective classroom adaptations.
• Drive whole-school inclusion through high-quality teaching and expectations.

Skills

QTS

SEND knowledge

Inclusion leadership

Relationship building

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Inclusion Leader

School Name: Walberton & Binsted CE Primary School

School Website: www.walbertonbinsted.org.uk

Salary: TMS or UPS, plus SEN1 allowance

Contract Type: Part Time

Working Pattern: 0.5 or 0.6 FTE

Location: Walberton & Binsted CE Primary School

Advert Closing Date: 26/11/2026

Interview Date: 04/12/2026

Job Details:

Walberton & Binsted CE Primary School is seeking an experienced, knowledgeable and compassionate teacher to become our new Inclusion Leader and SENCO.

We welcome applications for either 0.5 or 0.6 FTE (2.5 or 3 days per week) and are happy to discuss both options with interested candidates. We can be flexible about which days are worked and will agree the final hours and working pattern with the successful candidate, taking account of both their circumstances and the needs of the school.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in strengthening inclusive practice across our school and ensuring that pupils with special educational needs and disabilities receive consistently excellent support.

The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership of SEND provision, fulfil the statutory responsibilities of the SENCO and work closely with teachers, support staff, families and external professionals. They will help colleagues to identify needs early, make effective classroom adaptations and use the graduated approach to improve pupils’ learning, independence and wellbeing.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged; we would be delighted to meet you and show you around our school. To arrange a visit, please contact Emma Dalziel, School Business Manager, on 01243 551398 or via email: [e-mail].

About Us:

Walberton & Binsted is a warm, welcoming one-form-entry primary school at the heart of its community. We have wonderful children, supportive families and a committed staff team who care deeply about ensuring that every child is known, valued and given the opportunity to succeed.

You would be joining us at an exciting time of improvement and development and this is an opportunity to make your mark and drive sustained whole-school improvement in the quality and consistency of provision for pupils with SEND. We have high aspirations for every child and are determined that those who experience barriers to learning benefit fully from the ambitious education we provide.

We can offer:

• A meaningful leadership role with the opportunity to shape inclusive practice across the school.
• Dedicated time to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.
• Delightful children who behave well and are eager to learn.
• A warm, supportive and committed staff team.
• Support from the Headteacher, governors and staff.
• Appropriate professional development, including support to complete the NPQ for SENCOs where required.
• Positive relationships with families and the wider community.
• The opportunity to make a visible difference in a friendly, one-form-entry school.

What you Need To Succeed:

We are looking for someone who combines strong professional knowledge with warmth, practicality and the confidence to lead and inspire others. You will be confident in managing the statutory responsibilities of the SENCO role, while understanding that excellent inclusion is built through consistently high-quality classroom teaching, strong relationships and high expectations. You will bring the passion and professional presence to drive inclusion forward at our school and further develop and build on our whole school inclusive culture.

The role could suit an experienced SENCO who is ready for a new challenge or an effective teacher with a passion for SEND and inclusion who is looking to take their first step into whole-school leadership.

You do not need to already hold the NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs. We would support you to complete the NPQ, with the expectation that you begin the qualification within the first 12 months of taking up the post and complete it within three years.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent and experienced primary practitioner with QTS.
• Has a strong understanding of effective SEND and inclusive practice.
• Is organised, approachable and able to manage statutory processes accurately.
• Builds positive and trusting relationships with children and families.
• Can support and challenge colleagues with sensitivity and professional credibility.
• Believes that inclusion begins with ambitious expectations and high-quality classroom teaching.
• Is committed to securing strong outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable pupils.
• Will support and contribute to our Christian vision and values.

Safeguarding Statement:

Walberton & Binsted CE Primary School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

Walberton & Binsted CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a check of the Children’s Barred List, satisfactory references and other relevant safer-recruitment checks. In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates.