Inclusion Lead

INCLUSION LEAD

Ref: 202610

Grade: TEACHERS PAY RANGE

Salary: + TLR 2:1

Term: Full Time

Perm / Temp: Permanent

Required: From January 2027

Closing Date: 06/11/2026

• Job Description & Employee Specification (46 KB)


• DBS Information (38 KB)


• Other information (33 KB)

Location

NELSON WALVERDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Bracewell Street, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 0TL

Tel:

School website: www.walverdenprimaryschool.uk

Roll: 440

Information

Do you believe that every child, regardless of need or starting point, has the right to thrive?

We are looking for an inspirational and ambitious Inclusion Lead who shares our passion for inclusion and our determination to give every child the opportunity to succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to champion children with SEND, lead high-quality inclusive practice and make a genuine difference to children and families across our school.

We are looking for someone who will:

• be an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for inclusive and adaptive teaching;


• bring strong knowledge and understanding of SEND;


• provide confident and ambitious leadership of SEND across the school;


• champion high expectations and excellent outcomes for pupils with SEND;


• inspire and support colleagues to develop consistently strong inclusive practice;


• work closely with children, families, staff and external professionals;


• be organised, creative, reflective and solution-focused;


• bring energy, warmth and enthusiasm to our school community.

In return, we can offer:

• wonderful, enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and achieve;


• a warm, welcoming and inclusive school where children are at the heart of everything we do;


• a committed, supportive and collaborative staff team and governing body;


• opportunities for professional development and leadership growth;


• the opportunity to shape and strengthen SEND and inclusive practice across our school;


• a rewarding role where your leadership can make a real difference to children's lives.

Could this be you?

If you are an ambitious, compassionate and inspiring practitioner who believes passionately in inclusion and is determined to secure the very best for every child, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school: 3rd November 2026 at 9.30am

Closing date - 9am, 6th November 2026

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy, which is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified teacher status


• Holds NASENCo (or is completing it by 1 September 2027), or holds the NPQ for SENCOs, or is willing to complete this within 3 years of


• Degree


• Evidence of commitment to CPD

Desirable Qualifications

• First Aid

Essential Experience

• Five years teaching experience


• Experience of working at a whole-school level


• Experience of working with children with a range of SEN

Desirable Experience

• Involvement in self-evaluation and development planning


• Experience of conducting training/leading INSET

Proposed Interview Date:

16/11/2026

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school office on .

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: bursar@walverden.lancs.sch.uk

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We are looking for an inspirational and ambitious Inclusion Lead who shares our passion for inclusion and our determination to give every child the opportunity to succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented practitioner to champion children with SEND, lead high-quality inclusive practice and make a genuine difference to children and families across our school.

We are looking for someone who will:

+ be an excellent classroom practitioner with a passion for inclusive and adaptive teaching;
+ bring strong knowledge and understanding of SEND;
+ provide confident and ambitious leadership of SEND across the school;
+ champion high expectations and excellent outcomes for pupils with SEND;
+ inspire and support colleagues to develop consistently strong inclusive practice;
+ work closely with children, families, staff and external professionals;
+ be organised, creative, reflective and solution-focused;
+ bring energy, warmth and enthusiasm to our school community., + Qualified teacher status
+ Holds NASENCo (or is completing it by 1 September 2027), or holds the NPQ for SENCOs, or is willing to complete this within 3 years of
+ Degree
+ Evidence of commitment to CPD

Desirable Qualifications

+ First Aid

Essential Experience

+ Five years teaching experience
+ Experience of working at a whole-school level
+ Experience of working with children with a range of SEN

Desirable Experience

+ Involvement in self-evaluation and development planning
+ Experience of conducting training/leading INSET

+ wonderful, enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and achieve;
+ a warm, welcoming and inclusive school where children are at the heart of everything we do;
+ a committed, supportive and collaborative staff team and governing body;
+ opportunities for professional development and leadership growth;
+ the opportunity to shape and strengthen SEND and inclusive practice across our school;
+ a rewarding role where your leadership can make a real difference to children's lives.
Could this be you?
If you are an ambitious, compassionate and inspiring practitioner who believes passionately in inclusion and is determined to secure the very best for every child, we would love to hear from you.
Visits to the school :- 3rd November 2026 at 9.30am
Closing date - 9am, 6th November 2026
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.