What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an outstanding practitioner and innovative leader to the new post of Director of Inclusion & Associate SENCO. The successful candidate will be an outstanding educator with proven leadership experience, ideally within the primary phase, and a strong understanding of the requirements and demands of a large mainstream secondary setting. Additional alternative and/or specialist SEND provision experience, particularly with the transition of students between phases, would also be advantageous. The successful candidate must have a passion for inclusive practice and the ability to drive high expectations, strong pastoral care, and excellent teaching and learning while continually reinforcing our ‘PROUD’ ‘Stockport School Way’ ‘High Care - High Challenge’ values across our large 11‑16 school.
Responsibilities
Lead and manage whole‑school Inclusion, Nurture provision and supportive SEND practice, providing strategic and operational direction, vision, ethos, systems and policies that promote inclusive practice, high levels of access and achievement, and meet equality and equity objectives. Design and develop inclusive curriculum pathways of support for vulnerable learners in collaboration with other leaders. Work collaboratively with the SENCO to provide highly effective strategic and operational leadership of the SEND department and wider SEND provision across the school.
Qualifications and Attributes
* A dynamic, innovative and creative approach with excellent interpersonal skills
* The learner at the centre of their vision
* Excellent classroom practice and outstanding leadership qualities
* Dedication to the value and importance of inclusive practice, providing opportunity for all
* The ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower young people to achieve excellence
* An absolute commitment to achieving the very highest of standards
* An ambitious and dedicated professional approach with strong leadership attributes
* Well‑organised, inspirational, visible and credible teachers and leaders who motivate and empower others
Professional Requirements
Successful appointment will be subject to satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service.
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