Inclusion Manager and SENDCo

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Wakefield seeks a passionate Inclusion Manager & SENDCO to lead support for learners with additional needs. You will manage a dedicated team to ensure every student achieves their potential through inclusive teaching and support. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a commitment to high educational standards. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Personal and Professional Development

Discounted Metro Card Scheme

Generous Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym Membership Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

High Street Discounts

Staff Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• GCSE grade A*-C/9-4 in English and Maths or equivalent.
• PGCE or other recognised teaching qualification.
• SEND Qualification/SENDCo Qualification or willingness to work towards it.
• Experience of identifying additional needs of learners and producing plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for outstanding student experience for students with SEND.
• Advise on inclusive practice within set curriculum areas.
• Ensure compliance with SEND Code of Practice statutory duties.

Skills

Team Leadership

Inclusive Practice

Communication

Motivation

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths

PGCE or Teaching Qualification

SEND Qualification

Job description

Inclusion Manager and SENDCO

Ref: 128376

Salary: £41,858 to £44,405 pro rata (£20,929 to £22,202 actual salary)

Hours: 18.5 hours per week

Location: Wakefield College

We are looking for a highly motivated and passionate Inclusion Manager & SENDCO to join our additional learning support team within an inclusive FE setting. You will manage a team that offers outstanding support to our learners with SEND and ensure that they succeed and achieve their highest potential.

We are looking for enthusiastic professionals who can promote a culture of inclusion, high expectations of behaviour, motivation and success through excellent standards of inclusive teaching and learning and wrap around support. In addition, you should be an excellent team player and have a passion for supporting students with Educational Health & Care plans and additional learning needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of staff to provide an outstanding student experience for all students with SEND
• Facilitate and advise on inclusive practice and quality first teaching within the classroom for a cohort of students within set curriculum areas
• Ensure SENDCO statutory duties outlined within the SEND Code of Practice: 0-25 Years are complied with

Qualifications

• GCSE grade A*-C/9-4 in English and Maths or equivalent
• PGCE or other recognised teaching qualification
• SEND Qualification/SENDCo Qualification or willing to work towards this
• Experience of identifying the additional needs of learners and producing individual outcomes and plans
• A working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

Values

Here at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, our Values are at the heart of everything we do. Watch our Principal and CEO, Sam Wright, and Group Chair of Governors, Andrew McConnell, explain how we carry out our values every day.

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and would like to join us please click ‘Apply’ now, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits include

• Generous Annual Leave (37 days pro rata + bank holidays + college closure days)
• Personal and Professional Development opportunities
• Discounted Metro Card Scheme
• Generous Pension Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Reduced price personal gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a wide range of high street discounts
• Staff Recognition Awards

Application details

Closing date: 2nd November 2025

Interview date: 10th November 2025

Please note direct applicants only – no agency CV’s

Legal and overseas applicant information

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Our recruitment process follows Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post. Further details of how to obtain the additional check is here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.