Inclusion Manager

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Marshfield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

2-week Christmas shutdown

Free on-site gyms

Lifestyle discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre in Lackham is seeking an Inclusion Manager to lead our inclusion agenda, ensuring every learner belongs, can access opportunities and is supported to reach their full potential.

You will work across curriculum, professional services and external partnerships to drive attendance, engagement and progression for disadvantaged or care-experienced learners, acting as the designated site lead for looked-after pupils and collaborating with the Virtual School.

Qualifications

• Experience leading inclusion, student engagement and learner support within education.
• Ability to identify and remove barriers to participation and progression.
• Level 4 teaching qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Drive the College's vision for inclusion, belonging and equity, ensuring all learners can participate, succeed and thrive.
• Lead initiatives that improve attendance, engagement, achievement, progression and learner experience for disadvantaged and underrepresented groups.
• Work alongside curriculum teams and professional services to identify and remove barriers to learning, participation and success.
• Develop and embed inclusive practices across the College through training, coaching and staff support.
• Coordinate targeted interventions for learners facing social, emotional, economic or personal barriers to achievement.
• Build effective partnerships with local authorities, schools, community organisations and external agencies to strengthen learner support and progression pathways.

Skills

Inclusion leadership

Student engagement

Data analysis

Communication

Partnership building

Coaching others

Education

Level 4 teaching qualification

Job description

Inclusion Manager

Location: Lackham

Salary: £40,544 per year

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking a passionate and proactive Inclusion Manager to help strengthen and advance our commitment to inclusion, ensuring every learner feels they belong, can access opportunities and is supported to achieve their full potential.

Working across curriculum, professional services and external partnerships, you will lead initiatives that break down barriers to participation, strengthen learner engagement and improve outcomes for those who may face disadvantage, vulnerability or additional challenges during their education. This includes learners who are care experienced, from disadvantaged backgrounds, e.g. at risk of becoming NEET, retaking English and maths, or facing personal, social, emotional or economic barriers to success.

You will work closely with curriculum and professional service teams to promote belonging, improve attendance, raise aspirations and ensure learners can fully participate in all aspects of college life, including enrichment, employability and progression opportunities.

As the designated site lead for Children Looked After, previously looked after and care-experienced learners, you will support the Director of Inclusion in their role as Designated Teacher, working collaboratively with the Virtual School and external partners to improve learner experiences, outcomes and future opportunities.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about inclusion, committed to high expectations and able to influence positive change through strong relationships, collaboration and innovative practice.

What We Offer

Salary: £40,544 per year

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Outstanding Benefits

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• 30 days paid annual leave, plus 8 paid bank holidays
• Paid College closure and wellbeing days, including a 2-week paid Christmas shutdown
• Access to Free On-Site Gyms at multiple campuses
• Lifestyle Discounts on retail, technology, travel and leisure
• Cycle-to-Work scheme to support sustainable commuting
• Ongoing professional development and leadership development opportunities

A rewarding leadership role with exceptional benefits, where your wellbeing and professional growth matter as much as the success of our learners.

What You'll Do

• Drive the College's vision for inclusion, belonging and equity, ensuring all learners can participate, succeed and thrive.
• Lead initiatives that improve attendance, engagement, achievement, progression and learner experience for disadvantaged and underrepresented groups.
• Work alongside curriculum teams and professional services to identify and remove barriers to learning, participation and success.
• Develop and embed inclusive practices across the College through training, coaching and staff support.
• Coordinate targeted interventions for learners facing social, emotional, economic or personal barriers to achievement.
• Build effective partnerships with local authorities, schools, community organisations and external agencies to strengthen learner support and progression pathways.
• Support the Director of Inclusion's by acting as the designated site lead for Children Looked After and care leavers, helping to ensure they receive the support needed to thrive.
• Use data, learner voice and quality improvement activity to evaluate impact, drive improvement and support programmes that reduce the risk of learners becoming NEET.

What You'll Bring

• Experience of leading inclusion, student engagement, learner support, pastoral support or a related area within education with strong impact.
• A strong understanding of the barriers that can affect participation, achievement and progression for young people and adults.
• Experience of developing and implementing initiatives that improve learner outcomes, wellbeing and engagement.
• The ability to build strong partnerships and influence positive change across diverse teams.
• Experience of coaching, supporting and developing colleagues to embed inclusive practices.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and learner feedback to drive improvement.
• Excellent communication, organisational and partnership-building skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and creating opportunities for learners from all backgrounds.
• A Level 4 teaching qualification (or equivalent).

Why Choose This Path?

• Lead services that genuinely change lives and create brighter futures.
• Shape the future of inclusive education across one of the South West's leading colleges.
• Join a forward-thinking organisation where innovation, wellbeing and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.
• Work in beautiful Wiltshire, supporting diverse communities across the county.
• Be part of an ambitious leadership team committed to excellence, opportunity and learner success.
• Make a lasting difference every single day by ensuring every learner has the support they need to achieve their ambitions.

Make a move that truly pays off

If you're ready to lead with compassion, ambition and purpose, and help shape an inclusive future for learners across Wiltshire - we'd love to hear from you.

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

Closing date: 6th October 2026

Shortlist date: 7th October 2026

Interview date: TBC

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