Are you an ambitious and passionate leader who believes that every child—regardless of background, need, or circumstance—deserves an exceptional education? We are seeking a strategic and inspirational Director of Inclusion to lead our Trust-wide approach to SEND, inclusion, and vulnerable pupil provision. 

Working across our diverse primary and secondary schools, you will shape and deliver our Inclusion Strategy, support leaders to raise outcomes, and ensure we provide the very best for every learner. You will support a talented team of inclusion professionals and SENCOs, strengthen multi-agency partnerships, and drive high-quality inclusive practice at scale. 

Our Trust comprises of 19 schools, 3 Colleges, 15 Primaries, and one All Through SEMH Special school. Established in 2018.  We are situated in beautiful Devon on the out the outskirts of the stunning Dartmoor National Park. The schools vary in size and are all unique. Our schools are a large part of their local communities, and we value those relationships with families and locals.

Our vision and values are what we build our schools upon, with Ambition, Co-operation & Transformation being at the heart.

We are looking for a leader with:

• A proven track record of improving outcomes for SEND and vulnerable learners
• Deep knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusion legislation
• Experience in senior leadership and leading change
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills

In return, we offer:

• A forward-thinking, values-driven Trust
• A collaborative leadership culture with excellent professional development
• The opportunity to shape inclusion practice across a large and diverse family of schools

Key Purpose of the Role

The Director of Inclusion will provide strategic leadership across the Trust to ensure that all SEND pupils receive high-quality, equitable provision that enables them to thrive. The post-holder will champion inclusion in all its forms, working with Principals, SENCOs, and Trust leaders to strengthen practice, close gaps, and secure exceptional outcomes for every learner.

Please see attached Recruitment Pack for further details of this role.

Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer. 

All schools in The Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

You will have undertaken an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. 

‘This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974.’  

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The successful candidate will be required to come to DMAT Central Offices to complete mandatory training. 

Training Details:

Location: Central Head Office (Wardhayes) 8 Simmons Way, Okehampton, EX20 1PY

Purpose: To provide comprehensive training on company policies, procedures, and systems necessary for successful integration into the role.

Training Schedule: Daily sessions from 9am to 4pm, with breaks provided.

Benefits of Training Week:
To gain valuable insights into our company culture and values.

Interact with key stakeholders and team members.

Acquire essential knowledge and skills to excel in your role.

Establish a strong foundation for your career growth within Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust.