Inclusion Lead (Grade 9)

Job Category:  Interims
Job location The Crescent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4DY
United Kingdom
Somerset Council
Hours per week: 29.5
Start date: Immediate start
Salary: £37.32 per hour

Key Responsibilities

Championing Education for CLA: Act as an advocate for CLA within schools and other educational settings, promoting high aspirations and achievement.

Monitoring and Tracking: Regularly review academic progress, attendance, and personal development using data systems. Identify underachievement early and coordinate interventions.

Personal Education Plans (PEPs): Support the development and quality assurance of PEPs, ensuring they are meaningful, SMART, and reflect the child’s voice.

Multi-Agency Working: Collaborate with social workers, designated teachers, carers, and other professionals to ensure a joined-up approach to education and care.

Guidance and Support: Provide support and guidance to school staff on the needs of CLA, including trauma-informed practice, attachment awareness, and inclusive strategies and interventions.

Transition Support: Help manage transitions between schools, key stages, or care placements to minimise disruption and maintain educational continuity.

Key Skills

Qualified teacher or experience working with vulnerable children and young people in education settings

Strong understanding of the education system and the barriers faced by CLA

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Ability to influence and support schools to improve outcomes

Experience in multi-agency working and safeguarding

Commitment to equity, inclusion, and learner wellbeing

**2 Days Per Week Onsite Minimum**