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Head of SEND & Inclusion
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About The Role
HSDC is seeking an inspirational, visionary leader for the brand-new post of Head of SEND & Inclusion. This high-impact, strategic new role is designed to transform, align, and harmonise our provisions across our vibrant campuses.
We are looking for a changemaker with a proven track record of leading dynamic SEND teams, someone who is genuinely innovative and ready to drive SEND reform. In this role, you won't just manage processes—you will work alongside the Director of Student Progress to lead a cultural shift across the college. You will collaborate with colleagues to implement the latest SEND reforms, placing HSDC at the forefront of educational inclusion.
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As our College SEND Lead, you will provide expert clinical and operational leadership, ensuring an empowering, seamless progression pathway for high-needs learners while maintaining top-tier statutory compliance.
You will inherit and manage a highly experienced multi-disciplinary team spanning our Havant and South Downs campuses. From ALS Leads and EHCP Coordinators to SEND Lecturers, ALS Mentors, and ELSAs, you will empower this talented team to maximise their impact on the student experience.
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- National professional qualification for SEND / SENCO Qualification.
- Qualified to degree level or equivalent professional qualification.
- Proven experience in leading and managing SEND tribunals and mediation, including the strategic preparation of legal evidence and acting as the primary institutional representative at hearings.
- Experience in funding negotiations with Local Authorities, with a demonstrable track record of successfully securing and maximising High Needs funding.
- Management of multi-disciplinary teams (Teachers, Mentors, and SEND & Inclusion Leads).
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