SEND Inclusion Lead

We are working with Somerset Council to recruit for 5 SEND Inclusion Leads to join their Vitual School and SEND teams. 

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Set-up: Hybrid – ideally 2 days per week on-site

Rate: £49.92 per hour via umbrella, inside IR35 - equivalent of £370 per day 

Duration: Initial 3-month sign-off, likely extension

Hours: Full-time position

Number of Roles: 5 positions available 

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Lead on individual learner cases, coordinating multi-agency support and ensuring timely interventions for those at risk of exclusion, disengagement, or becoming NEET
• Pathway Planning: Develop personalised education and progression plans that reflect each learner’s strengths, interests, and aspirations, including vocational routes and supported internships
• Alternative Provision Oversight: Coordinate high-quality alternative education placements for students who cannot access mainstream settings, ensuring they are purposeful and lead to recognised outcomes
• Post-16 Transition Support: Work closely with careers advisers, colleges, training providers, and employers to ensure smooth transitions and sustained engagement in post-16 destinations
• Multi-Agency Working: Attend and contribute to Team Around the Child (TAC) meetings, PEP reviews, and safeguarding discussions to ensure education remains central to planning
• Attendance and Engagement Monitoring: Track attendance, progress, and wellbeing, intervening early to prevent drop-out or disengagement
• Student Voice and Empowerment: Ensure young people are actively involved in decisions about their education and future, promoting confidence and self-advocacy

Skills and Attributes

• Strong understanding of NEET prevention strategies and post-16 pathways
• Knowledge of SEND, safeguarding, and statutory responsibilities
• Excellent communication, coordination, and case management skills
• Commitment to inclusive education and lifelong learning

At Venn Group, we endeavour to respond to all applications However due to the volume of applications we receive, if you have not heard from us within 48 hours please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion