Assistant Head of Department Inclusion

• Annual Salary: £44,409 per annum
• Location: Multiple campuses in Cambridge (ability to travel independently between campuses is essential) 
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Hours per Week: 37 hours
• Annual Leave: 42 days per annum + public holidays

Join our Supported Learning Department as an Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion), where you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and enhancing our learning support provision. This role is integral in embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion practices, ensuring that students with SEND and High Needs receive a personalised and ambitious curriculum.

• Lecture and Coordinate: Deliver high-quality teaching across various programmes, including potential evening, Saturday, and summer sessions.
• Team Leadership: Manage Learning Support Mentors, conduct appraisals, and develop staffing strategies to support students with High Needs.
• Strategic Planning: Implement personalised curricula for students with High Needs, manage quality assurance processes, and ensure compliance with OFSTED requirements.
• Collaboration and Support: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to enhance pedagogic practices and inclusion within the department.
• Resource Management: Lead on the adaptation of resources and planning to ensure all students reach their full potential in every learning environment.

• Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, along with a teaching certificate such as DTLLS, Cert Ed, or PGCE.
• Experience: Extensive experience in specialist SEND education or post-16 training provision, with a proven track record of managing large teams and implementing inclusive practices.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, administrative, and communication skills; proficient in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Disposition: Flexible, responsive, enthusiastic, and able to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism and prioritising effectively.

• Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Professional Development: Support for achieving formal teaching qualifications if not already held.
• Work Environment: Dynamic and supportive with a strong emphasis on staff and student welfare.

To apply for the Assistant Head of Department (Inclusion) position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role. Ensure your application highlights your qualifications, experience, and your approach to fostering an inclusive educational environment.

This role is defined as regulated activity and requires an enhanced CRB disclosure check, acceptable to the College, and to be re-checked every 4 years. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.