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Operational SEND Lead - Burton Borough School
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Learning Community Trust - Burton Borough School
Operational SEND Lead – SO1
Required: September 2026
Term Time +3 weeks
Annual Salary: £31,002
Every Child Known. Every Child Included. Every Child Able to Thrive.
Burton Borough School is seeking an ambitious, organised and passionate Operational SEND Lead to join our thriving Inclusion Team at an exciting stage in our school's journey. Located in the picturesque market town of Newport, on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border, our school offers excellent access to Shrewsbury, Stafford, Telford and Wolverhampton, making it an ideal location for achieving a positive work-life balance.
As part of the Learning Community Trust, Burton Borough School is committed to delivering an inclusive, compelling and transformative education. We believe that inclusion is not an addition to school improvement, it is at the very heart of it. Our mission is to ensure every young person is known early, taught well, supported precisely and fully included in all aspects of school life.
At Burton Borough, we live and breathe our values: Ambitious, Proud and Caring. We are ambitious for every student and colleague, proud of our inclusive culture and high expectations, and caring in the way we support, challenge and nurture our school community.
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dedicated professional to play a central role in developing and coordinating SEND and inclusion provision across the school. Working closely with the SENDCo, senior leaders, teaching staff, families and external agencies, you will ensure that inclusion systems are accurate, responsive and impactful, helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, attendance, participation and belonging.
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As Operational SEND Lead, you will:
- Support the strategic development and evaluation of the school's inclusion provision.
- Coordinate and maintain SEND systems, including APDR processes, provision mapping, pupil passports and annual reviews.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and targeted support.
- Lead and develop designated inclusion, intervention and SEND staff.
- Work collaboratively with families, external agencies and multidisciplinary teams to secure positive outcomes for pupils.
- Help ensure all pupils can access the curriculum, enrichment opportunities and wider school life.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Has significant experience supporting children and young people with SEND or additional barriers to learning.
- Has a strong understanding of inclusive practice, the SEND Code of Practice and the graduated approach.
- Can effectively coordinate and quality assure SEND provision and interventions.
- Is highly organised and able to maintain accurate systems, records and review processes.
- Builds strong relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external professionals.
- Is committed to ensuring every child can achieve, participate, belong and succeed.
- Demonstrates resilience, initiative, professional curiosity and a solution-focused approach.
This role would particularly suit an experienced Teaching Assistant, Inclusion Officer, Learning Mentor, Pastoral Leader, SEND Administrator or colleague already supporting SEND systems who is ready to progress into a SEND leadership role.
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Why Join Burton Borough School?
We offer:
- A high-quality CPD programme through the Learning Community Trust.
- Access to collaborative networks across primary, secondary and specialist schools.
- An in-house coaching programme to support professional growth.
- A strong culture of inclusion, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Opportunities to develop leadership skills and progress your career.
- Robust pastoral and senior leadership support.
- The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, families and communities.
Join Us
If you are passionate about breaking down barriers and ensuring that every young person can flourish, we would love to hear from you.
Be part of a school where inclusion is not simply a priority, it is the foundation of everything we do.
For further information, please visit https://burtonborough.lct.education/, telephone 01952 951408 or email recruitment.bbs@lct.education.
For daily updates and to see life at Burton Borough School, follow us on Instagram and Facebook @BurtonBorough.
Safeguarding Statement
Burton Borough School and the Learning Community Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to all appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Closure date: Tuesday 1st September
Interview Date: Week commencing 7th September
Attached documents
- Candidate Booklet
- Application Form
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