INCLUSION LEAD AND DDSL

• Supporting and liaising with the SENCO, providing insights and ideals
• Advising and supporting other members of staff including class teachers regarding student additional support
• Providing training and support for Tas and teachers
• Having oversight of the school’s provision for pupils with SEND
• Identify students who may be in need of additional support
• Plan and deliver interventions for specific pupils, both 1:1 and in small groups
• Create an environment that supports all pupils with additional needs to reach their full potential
• Track and monitor progress of pupils in need of additional support
• Supervise any member of staff carrying out interventions
• Liaise with external support agencies and professionals as directed by the SENCO and/or headteacher
• Communicate with parents about interventions/support in place for their child and their progress

Safeguarding

• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (including Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.
• Work with the DSL to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary
• Assist with ensuring all staff are up-to-date with the recording of Attendance information providing support and guidance as necessary with due consideration of the completion of Safeguarding and KCSIE training.
• Respect confidential issues linked to home/students/teacher following the Anthem Trust’s Data Protection Policy.
• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school

This job description will be supported by the school improvement plan which will identify key distinct tasks and responsibilities for this role in the school year. These will be derived from ongoing school self-evaluation and other local/national priorities. The postholder’s duties must be carried out in compliance with the school’s policies and procedures including child protection and safeguarding procedures.
These duties and responsibilities should be regarded as neither exhaustive nor exclusive as the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonably determined duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grading of the post.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Oakbank is a school of potential that drives for the betterment for all. The school is committed to a journey of transformation, where staff, students and parents are committed to improving the quality and experience of education for its community. We believe that every child deserves to not only access the full curriculum, but should thrive in their curriculums, developing academically, personally and holistically as a result of passionate and adaptive teaching, resulting in committed learning that secures successful outcomes. Our current phase of school improvement features our entire team, working together at pace to offer greater stability, more innovation and creativity. The aim is for greater consistency for all students, enabling them to manage their learning and themselves more effectively.
Our collective determination to make Oakbank a happier and higher performing school affirms our commitment to our values: integrity, collaboration and excellence. We believe in excellence for our students to give them the opportunities to have choices in their lives, empowering them to choose the future that they desire off the back of hard work.

JOB PURPOSE

To lead and coordinate both the inclusion and attendance strategies across the school, ensuring pupils receive timely and effective support for SEND, wellbeing, and attendance. The postholder will act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), working closely with pastoral teams, external agencies, and families to remove barriers to learning and promote safeguarding, inclusion, and regular attendance. To also work closely with the Local Authority to fulfil its obligations under all relevant Legislation.