Inclusion Champion

Blessed William Howard Catholic High School, Stafford
Fixed Term: 1 September 2026 – 31 August 2027
Honorarium: £1,500

Help Us Raise Aspirations and Break Down Barriers

Blessed William Howard Catholic High School is seeking a passionate and committed Inclusion Champion to support the delivery of our successful Raising Aspirations Fund programme. This is an exciting opportunity for a member of staff who is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion and wants to make a real difference to the lives of young people.

As our Inclusion Champion, you will play a key role in ensuring all students can access opportunities, feel valued and achieve their full potential, regardless of background or circumstance. Working closely with staff, students, families and external partners, you will help remove barriers to participation, support disadvantaged and underrepresented students, and promote a culture where every young person can thrive. 

Key Responsibilities

• Champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the school community.
• Support the successful delivery of the Raising Aspirations Fund objectives and outcomes.
• Promote a culture of belonging where every student feels valued and supported.
• Identify and help remove barriers that prevent students from accessing opportunities and achieving success.
• Act as a point of contact for students requiring additional support and signpost appropriate interventions.
• Gather feedback and evidence to demonstrate the impact of the programme.
• Encourage student voice, particularly among underrepresented groups.
• Support the development of inclusive practices and contribute to staff awareness and training. 

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• A genuine commitment to inclusion, equality and improving outcomes for young people.
• Experience of working with young people, community groups or inclusion-focused initiatives.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence in advocating for the needs of disadvantaged or marginalised individuals.
• The ability to work collaboratively with students, staff, families and external agencies.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Empathy, enthusiasm and a commitment to helping every student succeed. 

Why Join Blessed William Howard?

At Blessed William Howard, we are proud to be part of the St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, the largest Catholic MAT in the Archdiocese of Birmingham. Our school is built on strong Catholic values, placing love, respect and service at the heart of everything we do. 

We offer:

• A caring, supportive and disciplined learning environment.
• High academic standards and aspirations for all.
• A wide range of extra-curricular opportunities.
• A strong commitment to inclusion and student success.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities for staff. 

"There is a warm atmosphere and the quality of relationships between all members of the school community are a particular strength. Pupils and staff are friendly, helpful, polite and welcoming to visitors." – Diocesan Section 48 Report. 

Safeguarding Statement

Blessed William Howard Catholic High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Apply Now

If you are passionate about inclusion and committed to helping every young person flourish, we would love to hear from you.