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Head of Inclusion
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Head of Inclusion
Job Details
Full-Time: Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday working that may be required from time to time to support business operations and oversee Saturday delivery activities
Permanent
FRA Academy: Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE and LCBT Academy: 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX
About EFI Group
EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Head of Inclusion to provide operational leadership for inclusion, SEND provision and belonging practice across EFI Group. Working within the strategic direction set by the Associate Director of Belonging & Inclusive Practice, you will lead the day-to-day implementation of EFI’s Belonging & Inclusive Practice Strategy across Further Education, Higher Education and Apprenticeship provision.
You will oversee the operational delivery of SEND and EHCP provision, inclusive and accessible curriculum practice, reasonable adjustments, vulnerable learner support and initiatives that promote learner belonging, participation and retention. You will work closely with curriculum, Student Services, quality and other teams to ensure inclusion is embedded across learning, teaching and the wider learner experience.
The role will also lead and develop the Inclusion team, support staff training and CPD in inclusive practice, monitor inclusion and vulnerable learner data, and contribute to quality enhancement and regulatory assurance processes. You will support complex learner cases, maintain effective records and reporting, and help ensure EFI Group is prepared for Ofsted, OfS and SEND-related inspection activity.
As a key member of the wider leadership community, you will champion a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity across EFI Group, while deputising for the Associate Director of Belonging & Inclusive Practice on operational matters as required.
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About You
Qualifications:
- National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO/NPQSENCO), Level 7, or an equivalent senior SENCO qualification, either completed or currently working towards completion.
- GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).
Experience:
- Proven leadership experience within a SEND, inclusion or student support setting in post-16 education, including experience managing and developing specialist staff at deputy/senior level.
- Experience overseeing SEND and EHCP provision and working with learners, parents/carers, local authorities and external agencies.
- Experience supporting vulnerable learners and contributing to learner participation, retention and outcomes.
Expertise:
- Strong working knowledge of SEND, EHCP processes and inclusive and accessible educational practice.
- Good understanding of Ofsted, OfS and relevant SEND policy and regulatory frameworks.
- Understanding of belonging, learner participation and support for vulnerable learners.
Skills:
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across learners, staff, parents/carers and external agencies.
- Strong organisational and data analysis skills, with experience monitoring performance, identifying trends and using data to support improvements in learner outcomes.
- Ability to lead, coach and develop specialist teams and deliver training or CPD on inclusive practice.
Values:
- A collaborative and inclusive leader who is committed to promoting belonging, participation and positive learner experiences.
- Ability to champion inclusive practice, support staff development and work collaboratively across curriculum, Student Services, quality and other teams to remove barriers to learning and ensure learners with SEND and vulnerable learners are supported to achieve their potential.
If you feel your skills and experience would fit well within our team and you meet many, but not all of our listed qualifications for this role, please apply or get in touch with our Recruitment Team to discuss further.
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Why The EFI?
We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:
- Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
- Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
- Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
- Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
- Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future.
To explore the full range of our benefits, please click here.
Salary:
From £48,150 to £56,150 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience
How to Apply/Next Steps:
Click 'Apply for this job' to submit your application.
Closing Date: 8am on Tuesday, 3 November.
Interviews/Recruitment Day: Interviews take place on Monday, 9 November in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE
More Information/Contact us: Click here to download a full job description
For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI, FRA, LCBT websites and refer to the job description.
Please contact recruitment@efigroup.ac.uk for further information.
The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.
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