Location: Doncaster
Contract: Temp to Perm
Reports to: SLT
Job Purpose
To lead on all aspects of student inclusion, pastoral support, and SEN, ensuring a high-quality learning environment for all students. The role involves acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL) to support the safeguarding team, manage a caseload of vulnerable students, and liaise with external agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Inclusion & SEND Leadership
Strategic Lead: Develop and implement strategies to support students with SEND, English as an Additional Language (EAL), and pastoral needs.
Intervention Planning: Plan and deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to boost academic and social progress.
Provision Management: Monitor and track the progress of students receiving additional support.
Alternative Provision: Manage relationships with alternative providers if necessary.
Parent/Carer Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for families regarding inclusion and welfare.
Safeguarding & DDSL Duties
Case Management: Act as a first point of contact for staff for child protection issues and manage a caseload of complex cases.
Reporting & Referrals: Report concerns to appropriate agencies (e.g., social services) in a timely manner.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, secure, and up-to-date safeguarding logs.
Support & Training: Support the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and offer advice to staff regarding pastoral concerns.
Meetings: Attend and prepare reports for child protection conferences, LAC reviews, and Team Around the Family meetings.
Person Specification
Experience: Proven experience in a school-based inclusion, pastoral, or SEND role.
Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or high-level experience in SEN/Pastoral support. SENCo qualification is highly desirable.
Knowledge: Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance.
Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Attributes: Resilient, empathetic, and passionate about supporting vulnerable children.
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