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The information contained below is to help staff understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they are to play in the operation. However, it should be noted that whilst every effort has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings may therefore have been used, in which case all the usual associated duties are included in this job description.

Job title / Inclusion Manager
Principle Responsibilities / To support the Head Teacher by taking responsibility for the onsite inclusion centre, home school and alternative provision. To be responsible for the ongoing development, assessment and provision of these complementary services to teachers and support staff in school, addressing the needs of children who require help to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside the school, in order to achieve their full potential.
Support for the Pupils /

To manage and co-ordinate the effective and efficient transfer of pupils through the various phases of inclusion within school and alternative provision
To determine appropriate support packages for individuals and groups of pupils to achieve the goals defined in their individual action plans.
To lead on inclusion referral process
To liaise with all relevant agencies relating to the child
To maintain effective records of referrals and information relating to inclusion and alternative education pupils
To collate and co-ordinate the necessary referrals for pupils accessing AlternativeProvision
To develop and manage the provision for students whose needs require them to follow a more bespoke curriculum
To act as a role model for all pupils and staff within the inclusion and alternative provision setting
To set high expectations for pupils, staff, parents and carers.
To manage the development and promotion of inclusive practices and the acceptance of all pupils
To encourage pupils to interact and work cooperatively with others and to engage in activities
To manage the development and deployment of strategies to promote pupil self esteem and independence within established school procedure
To provide feedback to pupils, parents, carers and other stakeholders, in relation to achievement and attainment
To be a Child Protection Officer

Support for the Teacher /

Support inclusion referral process via inclusion meetings to identify those children who would benefit most from inclusion support
Lead and manage the comprehensive assessment of children selected by the Headteacher or his/her nominated representative, to identify those who need extra help to overcome barriers to learning inside and outside school
To lead a team of identified staff to manage the development and implementation of actions plans for individual and groups of pupils as per their needs
To establish a clear framework for pupil discipline, anticipate and manage pupil behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and independence, in line with established school policy
To maintain regular contact with families / carers of children in need of extra support, keeping them informed of the child’s needs and progress and to secure positive family support and involvement
To work closely with the teachers, middle leaders and SENCO to ensure that the needs of all children are met
To disseminate appropriate information to all staff to ensure effective transition of pupils in and out of inclusion
To lead inclusion briefings to disseminate and gather information

Support for the Curriculum /

To provide an appropriate curriculum in line with school priorities for pupils accessinginclusion support
To ensure pupils on alternative provision are accessing appropriate qualifications
To have and disseminate knowledge and appreciation of the range of activities, courses, opportunities, agencies and services that could be drawn upon to provide extra support for pupils

Support for the School /

To comply with all school policies and in particular the procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection. To report all concerns to the appropriate person
To be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn, develop and feel valued, respecting their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic background
To contribute to the school ethos, aims and development/improvement plan
In collaboration with Assistant Head Teacher Attendance, Behaviour and Inclusion and the SENCO and other appropriate members of staff, manage the sharing of relevant information between local agencies and schools and be a point of contact for accessing a range of community and specialist support services for example, Social Services, Education Welfare Service and alternative provision providers
To report on the implementation of all action plans to the Headteacher and governing body
To attend and participate in network meetings sharing best practice to support others
To undertake personal development through training and other learning activities including performance management as required
To undertake all associated paperwork and admin for the role

Line Management /

To take a lead role in the recruitment and selection of support staff and manage associated employment procedures including effective induction to all support staff posts
To undertake management responsibility for inclusion staff, and other identified support staff, including performance reviews, attendance, training and development
To be responsible for the effective communication with the wider staff and the inclusion team
To lead inclusion team meetings

All employees have the responsibility to:

Ensure any documentation produced is to a high standard and is in line with the brand style
Be aware and comply with policies and procedures relating to Safeguarding, child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person
Participate in training and other learning activities as required
Participate in the Academy’s Performance Review processes
Promote the area of responsibility within the Academy and beyond
Represent the Academy at meeting and events as appropriate
Support and promote the Academy ethos
Perform any other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time at the direction of the Lead Pupil Support Manager or Head teacher

The job description will be updated when/where required in consultation with the post-holder.