Locality Inclusion & Learning Lead (CDC)

Doncaster Metropolitan Borough Council; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlement

Local government pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Development opportunities

Staff discounts and benefits

Job summary

The City of Doncaster Council is seeking a confident Locality Inclusion & Learning Lead to shape inclusive education across the locality. You will lead SEND and inclusion strategies, build capacity in schools and coordinate multi‑agency work to deliver positive outcomes for children and young people.

With a focus on reducing barriers to learning, you will implement the Experts at Hand model and contribute to the national SEND reforms, while ensuring safeguarding and statutory responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate locality SEND and inclusion support, ensuring schools can access the right expertise and services.
• Promote inclusive practice and school improvement through support, challenge, quality assurance and collaboration.
• Build strong partnerships with schools, families and multi-agency professionals to improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Oversee SEND resources and funding, ensuring effective, equitable and impactful use of support.
• Use data, training and workforce development to strengthen provision, build capacity and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, SEND legislation and statutory responsibilities.

Job description

Based at: Civic Office/ Hybrid

Salary details: Soulbury Grade 15, 15 21 (5 point scale + 2 SPA) 65,509 73,570

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Flexible working arrangements: We welcome flexible working requests, including job share, part-time, and hybrid options where possible.

Closing date: 13 September 2026

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to these posts.

As required Political restriction of post.

The City of Doncaster Council is a confident, ambitious organisation which puts improving the life of its residents at the centre of everything we do. You have an opportunity to be part of this in the role of Locality Inclusion & Learning Lead.

Our Education and Skills Service is looking to appoint four Locality Inclusion and Learning Lead (SEND and Inclusion). This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape inclusive education within a locality at a time of significant national SEND reform.

Are you motivated to contribute and learn in a dynamic environment? We have an opportunity for you. In this role, you will play an important part in delivering positive outcomes for our community.

We are looking for a confident and ambitious individual to help transform/improve/deliver Doncasters SEND Strategy and Experts at Hand model, helping schools build capacity, strengthen inclusive practice and ensure children and young people receive the right support at the right time. Combining strategic leadership, school improvement and multi‑agency coordination, you will play a key role in delivering the ambitions of the national SEND and Alternative Provision Improvement Plan, reducing barriers to learning, improving outcomes and supporting a more inclusive education system for all children and young people.

Duties include:

• Lead and coordinate locality SEND and inclusion support, ensuring schools can access the right expertise and services.
• Promote inclusive practice and school improvement through support, challenge, quality assurance and collaboration.
• Build strong partnerships with schools, families and multi‑agency professionals to improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Oversee SEND resources and funding, ensuring effective, equitable and impactful use of support.
• Use data, training and workforce development to strengthen provision, build capacity and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, SEND legislation and statutory responsibilities.

What you will bring to the role:

We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply.

Details on what it is like working for us (service/team):

Our team is collaborative, supportive and committed to making a positive difference for Doncaster. We value openness, respect and continuous learning, and we encourage everyone to share ideas and contribute to improvements. You'll be part of an inclusive team where colleagues support one another, celebrate successes together and work flexibly to achieve shared goals. We are committed to wellbeing, professional development and creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and able to thrive.

In return for your contribution, we offer:

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet.

For further details or an informal chat, please contact: Jane Reed, Email: [e-mail].

These posts involve working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

These posts are classed as ‘politically restricted’ under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989 (as amended). The full details of the restrictions are set out in the Statutory Instrument, but broadly the restrictions prohibit candidature from public elected office; holding office in a political party; as well as involvement in political activities such as canvassing or public speaking/writing.

City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required.