SEND & Inclusion Lead; Post

Position: SEND & Inclusion Lead (Post 16)
# SEND & Inclusion Lead (Post 16) The Dare2

Dream Foundation - Alternative Provision Oxfordshire £35,000 – £44,000 Full Time Posted Today Closes 15 Jul 2026 Via Tes Jobs Apply for this role Share## About this role

Role Purpose The SEND & Inclusion Lead is responsible for the effective operational leadership and inclusive practice across Post 16 provision, ensuring that all learners—particularly those with SEND and additional needs—are supported to succeed in a safe, structured, and high-quality environment.

The role combines service delivery, SEND leadership, pastoral oversight, and safeguarding (DSL responsibilities) to ensure provision is cohesive, compliant, and learner-centred.

Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership & Service Delivery Lead the day-to-day delivery across:

Post 16 Hubs
19–25 provision

Outreach teams

Oversee timetabling, staffing allocation, and capacity planning

Ensure consistency of systems and processes across all sites

Line manage operational and support roles (e.g. Regional Leads, Assistant Regional, pastoral leads where applicable)
Work closely with Regional Coordinators to ensure smooth delivery SEND Leadership & Inclusion Provide strategic and operational oversight of SEND provision

Ensure EHCPs and support plans are:

Effectively implemented

Regularly reviewed

Impact-driven

Support staff to meet a wide range of learner needs

Promote inclusive teaching, behaviour, and engagement approaches

Liaise with external professionals (Local Authorities, therapists, etc.)Monitor and evaluate the quality and impact of SEND support

Ensure compliance with statutory SEND requirements

Safeguarding Leadership (DSL)
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for Post 16 provision

Lead on safeguarding concerns, referrals, and multi-agency work Ensure all safeguarding procedures are robust and compliant

Maintain accurate and secure safeguarding records

Provide guidance, supervision, and training to staff

Monitor safeguarding trends and implement proactive interventions

Pastoral & Behaviour Oversight Lead and develop the pastoral support structure

Oversee Lead Pastoral roles and intervention strategies

Ensure consistent approaches to:

Behaviour management Attendance
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