Are you a dedicated and experienced SEND and Inclusion Lead ready to champion inclusion with empathy, expertise, and vision? Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust have an exciting opportunity for a SEND and Inclusion Lead to join their team.
Location: Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust, NG34 9DL
(Supporting Trust Schools across Lincolnshire, home and school hybrid working)
Salary: £59,938.00 - £64,331.00 FTE
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 15th September 2025 (noon)
About Us:
The Lincoln Anglican Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust formed by the Diocese of Lincoln in 2013. We are a growing and thriving family of schools dedicated to providing an excellent education for pupils across Lincolnshire. We have grown to serve twenty-three academies across three local authorities of Lincolnshire, North Lincolnshire, and North-East Lincolnshire.
SEND and Inclusion Lead – The Role:
The main purpose of this role is to work collaboratively and strategically with the Director of Education in the development and implementation of a specific SEND and Inclusion strategy reflective of the skills of the post holder and the needs of the Trust. The postholder will ensure consistency, quality, and strategic alignment in SEND and inclusion in order to champion inclusive practices that raise attainment, achievement, and attendance for all pupils with SEND.
SEND and Inclusion Lead – Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of our Trust-wide SEND strategy
- Champion inclusive practices that raise attainment, achievement, and attendance for all pupils with SEND
- Support and empower school-based SENDCOs and Headteachers to deliver outstanding provision
- Play a key role in the development of three new SEND Mainstream Hubs, in partnership with Lincolnshire County Council
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality, consistent SEND provision across all schools
- Ensure alignment of Unconditional Positive Regard across all academies in line with the Trust behaviour principles
SEND and Inclusion Lead – You:
- Qualified Teacher Status
- Evidence of additional professional CPD in relation to SEND and Inclusion
- Is an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- Has experience working across multiple schools, MATs, or local authorities
- Can articulate and deliver a clear, ambitious vision for inclusive education
- Possesses deep knowledge of the current SEND landscape and national policy
- Builds strong, collaborative relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
SEND and Inclusion Lead - Benefits:
- Over 70 online courses to support development
- 24 hour confidential helpline covering legal, financial and health and wellbeing guidance
- Free of charge counselling sessions
- Virtual GP - Accessible by smart phone, or computer with same day appointments
- Local Government Pension or Teachers Pension Scheme
- Competitive annual leave entitlements for support staff colleagues
- Favourable T&Cs for all colleagues to include enhanced HR policies for all colleagues
- Opportunities for PPA at home for most teaching roles
- Internal and external CPD and Networks for all colleagues
Application Process:
The Trust promotes diversity and wants a workforce which reflect Christian Value. Applications are welcome from all, irrespective of gender, sexuality, race, religion, marital status, age, or disability.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced criminal record check via the DBS.
Closing Date: Monday 15th September 2025 (noon)
Interviews: Wednesday 24th September 2025
To submit your application for this exciting SEND and Inclusion Lead opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now.
