West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, resilient and highly motivated Inclusion Centre Leader to oversee the day-to-day operation of our Inclusion Centre provision.

Working alongside the Vice Principal for Inclusion and wider pastoral team, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils to overcome barriers to learning, engage positively with school and achieve success both academically and personally.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and ambitious practitioner to lead our Inclusion Centre provision, playing a key role in supporting some of our most vulnerable pupils whilst further developing their own leadership skills and professional practice. 

There will be opportunities for career development – including supporting with wider school inclusion support for the right candidate.

The successful candidate will:

Lead the daily operation of the Inclusion Centre – this is a small, on-site provision supporting students – the support is a mix of academic and creative support depending on the individual needs of the students.

Provide academic and pastoral support for pupils with additional and complex needs.

Design and deliver personalised support programmes to improve engagement and progress with an aim for students to progress back into mainstream lessons.

Work closely with families, staff and external agencies to secure the best outcomes for pupils.

Mentor pupils and help them develop resilience, confidence and positive learning behaviours.

We are looking for someone who:

·      Has experience of working successfully with young people.

Builds positive relationships and has excellent communication skills.

Is organised, resilient and able to manage competing priorities.

Has high expectations and a genuine commitment to inclusion and safeguarding.

Why join us?

At West Grantham Secondary Academy, rated Good with Outstanding features by Ofsted, we offer:

·         A friendly and welcoming community.

·         Excellent pastoral support and strong relationships.

·         A school that continues to improve and grow.

·         A focus on staff wellbeing and belonging.

·         Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

·         Employee Assistance Programme.

·         Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.

·         Free staff breakfast.

Applications should be submitted via the MyNewTerm recruitment website.

Application deadline: Sunday 12 July at 11:00pm

Interview date: To be confirmed

The Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all employees to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening including checks with previous employers and undertake an enhanced DBS with barred check.