SEND & Inclusion Link Member – ROC College
Education Governing Committee
Remote | Devon or Cornwall based
Four 2-hour committee meetings per year | 2-year minimum term
About the role
United Response are looking for an experienced SEND & Inclusion Link Member to join the Education Governing Committee at ROC College and provide specialist expertise in SEND, inclusion, accessibility and learner participation.
You’ll provide independent challenge and assurance around the quality and effectiveness of SEND provision, helping ensure learners receive high-quality, person-centred education and support that enables them to achieve their goals and lead fulfilling lives.
As the Committee’s specialist lead for SEND and inclusion, you’ll help ensure learner needs, accessibility, equality and inclusion remain central to strategic decision-making.
What we’re looking for
You will need to demonstrate:
- Knowledge or experience of SEND, disability, autism or inclusive education
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A passion for improving opportunities and outcomes for learners with additional needs
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The ability to think strategically and contribute to long-term development
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Confidence to provide constructive challenge and informed support
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Integrity, discretion and a commitment to confidentiality
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The ability to work collaboratively and respect differing perspectives
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A commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and learner-centred approaches
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A willingness to undertake relevant governance and SEND training
Desirable experience
Experience in one or more of the following would be beneficial:
- SEND leadership, education or specialist learning support
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Disability inclusion and accessibility
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Further or specialist education
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Educational psychology, therapy or allied professions
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Supported employment, transitions or preparation for adulthood
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Inspection, quality assurance or regulatory compliance
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Governance, trustee or committee experience
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Lived experience of disability, autism, learning disabilities or caring responsibilities
Our values
At United Response, our vision is a society where everyone has equal access to the same rights and opportunities. Our mission is to ensure that people live their lives to the full.
We are looking for someone who embodies our values:
Connected | Empowered | Driven | Bold
Why become a Link Member?
This is an opportunity to use your SEND and inclusion expertise to help shape the strategic direction of ROC College and ensure learners receive an inclusive, person-centred education that supports them to achieve their goals and reach their potential.
If you’re passionate about SEND, inclusion and improving outcomes for learners, we’d love to hear from you.
