Inclusion Lead

Here at Bournemouth & Poole College, we are looking to recruit a Inclusion Lead a full-time, permanent basis. In return,you will receive a competitive salary of £27,388 per annum.

At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work.  You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College.

The Role:

As our Inclusion Lead, you will support a diverse caseload of students to successfully complete their study programme and make progress towards their EHCP outcomes.

Inclusion Leads help students by working in conjunction with teaching staff, support staff and external professionals to ensure support is effective and meeting their individual needs. The nature of this will vary considerably according to the unique needs of each student and their EHCP provision.

Responsibilities as our Inclusion Lead:

• Working directly with a designated caseload of vulnerable students through their College journey, acting as a key worker to advocate for them and to ensure effective support is in place to develop their independence.
• Being knowledgeable on key legislation and statutory guidance for example The Equality Act 2010 and The SEND Code of Practice 2014.
• Acting as a line manager for Academic Support Assistants working within your curriculum area, supporting recruitment, training new staff and leading personal development reviews.
• Delivering training to ASAs and wider College staff to develop SEND support and inclusion.
• Planning, preparing and leading key meetings for these students for example Annual review and PEPs.
• Working in partnership with curriculum staff and other professionals to continually review and assess the progress of students, adapting support as required.
• Encouraging students to increase their independence working with them to develop skills such as organisation and planning, use of assistive technology and employability skills. Motivate and support students to engage with the College community to build confidence and social skills.
• Ensuring that administrative and data processes are followed and records updated in a timely manner.

As our Inclusion Lead, you’llideally have:

• Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Maths qualifications
• Education or Training to Level 2
• Experience of working in a learning environment or working directly with young people in a training or support role.
• Excellent Communication skills including written and verbal.
• The ability to manage difficult or challenging conversations.
• Willingness to work cross site as required within a range of curriculum areas and with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.

Benefits you will receive:

You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary:

• 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30.5 after 5 years' service
• up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period
• Free parking at all of our college sites (where spaces are available)
• Access to Discount Schemes at multiple retailers
• Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme

Closing date:25th October 2024

We reserve the right to close this post early if there is a high level of applicants.

If you feel you are the right candidate for this Inclusion Lead role,then please click ‘apply’ now!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.