Trust Secondary SEND and Inclusion Lead

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the country's largest Multi-Academy Trusts at a pivotal moment for inclusion. As national SEND reform gathers pace, GLF is determined not simply to respond to change, but to help define and exemplify what excellent, inclusive practice looks like across the sector. We are seeking an outstanding leader to join our School Support Team and play a key role in delivering our ambitious vision that every child shapes their future through an excellent education. Working across our secondary schools, you will provide strategic leadership for SEND, inclusion, attendance, behaviour, and safeguarding, helping to ensure that all young people, particularly those who are vulnerable or disadvantaged, have access to high-quality, inclusive educational experiences. Why this role? This newly created position represents a significant investment in inclusion and reflects GLF's commitment to being at the forefront of national developments in SEND and inclusive practice. The successful candidate will:

• Help lead GLF's strategic preparation for SEND reform, ensuring our secondary schools are well-positioned to meet emerging DfE expectations and influence best practice across the sector.
• Drive the implementation of innovative, trust-wide approaches to SEND, including the introduction of a common SEND provision mapping system across all secondary schools.
• Provide leadership for inclusive pedagogy, supporting school leaders and teachers to develop classrooms where all learners can succeed.
• Bring specialist secondary expertise to strengthen our capacity to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND and other learners vulnerable to underachievement.
• Play a key role in reducing barriers to attendance, tackling disadvantage, and supporting schools to further reduce suspensions and permanent exclusions through inclusive and evidence-informed approaches.
• Contribute to the strategic deployment of resources, including the Inclusive Mainstream Fund, and school inclusion bases, ensuring investment is targeted where it can have the greatest impact.
• Strengthen trust-wide safeguarding leadership, acting as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead and helping ensure robust safeguarding oversight across our family of schools.
Join us at an exciting time GLF is recognised for its commitment to inclusion. As we prepare for the next chapter of education reform, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to shape strategy, influence practice across multiple schools and contribute to system-wide improvement. If you are a passionate and forward-thinking leader who wants to help build a more inclusive education system, we would love to hear from you. Please note, you must have your own transport / be willing travel, as the role will be on site across several of our schools. As a flexible employer, we would consider part time of job shares.

Join us and help place GLF at the forefront of SEND innovation, inclusive practice, and educational excellence. Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,500 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity, Ambition and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
  
  GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish
• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model