As an exceptional and committed Strategic Inclusion Officer, you’ll champion the needs of our most vulnerable and disadvantaged young people. This is a unique opportunity to lead with purpose, bringing together a wide range of professionals to ensure that children facing the most significant challenges receive the education and opportunities they’re entitled to. You’ll be a visible ambassador for inclusion, someone who not only believes in the potential of every young person but also has the experience, resilience, and leadership to make a lasting difference. What you’ll be doing: - Leading with purpose: Manage and support a team of Inclusion Officers and Assistants, ensuring high-quality practice, staff development, and wellbeing.
- Driving inclusive practice: Shape and implement strategies to reduce suspensions and prevent permanent exclusions, with a focus on early intervention and restorative approaches.
- Policy and compliance leadership: Provide expert guidance on national legislation and statutory guidance, ensuring compliance across schools and services.
- Insight through data: Lead on data analysis and reporting, identifying trends, informing interventions, and presenting insights to senior leaders.
- Collaborative influence: Represent the Local Authority at key boards and panels, and work closely with schools, families, and partner agencies to secure positive outcomes.
What we’re looking for: - Education: Educated to degree level (or equivalent), with strong knowledge of education systems and inclusion practices.
- Experience: Proven background working in or with schools, ideally supporting vulnerable children or those with SEN.
- Organised and resilient: Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure.
- Leadership and communication: Excellent communication and team leadership skills, with the ability to influence, mediate, and build trust across diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic and analytical thinking: Confident in interpreting data, identifying patterns, and using insights to drive change.
Why join us? - Purpose-driven impact: Be part of a passionate, purpose-led team making a real difference in children’s lives.
- Strategic influence: Lead on high impact work that shapes policy and practice across Hampshire.
- Professional growth: Access to ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Supportive culture: A flexible, inclusive working environment that values your wellbeing and expertise.
- Employee support: Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
- Competitive benefits package: Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
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