Inclusion Lead
Bournemouth and Poole College now have an interesting new opening for 2 Inclusion Leads to join the team on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27,388 per annum.
At Bournemouth & Poole College our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students – we transform lives. We recognise and value our people as our most important asset in achieving each of the strategic outcomes within our College’s Strategic Plan. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. We value inclusion and we are committed to the promotion of equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring we have a diverse, skilled, and motivated workforce who are empowered and engaged. This makes our College a unique, vibrant and rewarding place to work. You will be employed through Southern Educational Professional Services Ltd; a subsidiary of the College.
About the role:
As the Inclusion Lead, you will support a diverse caseload of students to successfully complete their study programme and make progress towards their EHCP outcomes.
Responsibilities as our Inclusion Lead will include:
- Work directly with a designated caseload of vulnerable students through their College journey, acting as a key worker to advocate for them and to ensure effective support is in place to develop their independence
- Be knowledgeable on key legislation and statutory guidance for example The Equality Act 2010 and The SEND Code of Practice 2014
- Act as a line manager for Academic Support Assistants working within your curriculum area, supporting recruitment, training new staff and leading personal development reviews
- Deliver training to ASAs and wider College staff to develop SEND support and inclusion
- Plan, prepare and lead key meetings for these students for example Annual review and PEPs
- Work in partnership with curriculum staff and other professionals to continually review and assess the progress of students, adapting support as required
- Encourage students to increase their independence working with them to develop skills such as organisation and planning, use of assistive technology and employability skills. Motivate and support students to engage with the College community to build confidence and social skills
- Ensure that administrative and data processes are followed and records updated in a timely manner
- Complete learning walks and observations within your curriculum area or to support peer development
- Be ambitious for learners, support them to achieve the best possible outcomes and their goals for adulthood
As our Inclusion Lead, you’ll ideally have:
- Level 2 (or equivalent) English and Maths qualifications
- Education or Training to Level 2
- Experience of working in a learning environment or working directly with young people in a training or support role
- Competent in Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of learning disabilities and neurodiversity in young people.
- Attendance at college events ie open evenings including outside of normal working hours
- Willingness to work cross site as required within a range of curriculum areas and with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.
Benefits:
You will receive excellent benefits and a competitive salary:
- 27.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years' service
- up to 4 days additional leave during the Christmas closure period
- Free parking at all of our college sites (where spaces are available)
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Enrolment into the NEST Pension Scheme
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Inclusion Lead role, then please click ‘apply’ now! We’d love to hear from you!
Closing date: 15th July 2024
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.