Trust Strategic Inclusion Lead – JTMAT Central Team Full Time NEW

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. We are looking for an experienced professional to provide strategic leadership of our Inclusion provision across the Trust. The successful applicant will be a dedicated advocate for children with SEND, as well as having the ability to work at scale, and deploy staff effectively. Working closely with Trust senior leaders and Headteachers, you will ensure our provision is legally compliant leading on policy implementation and best practice. Building productive working relationships internal and external stakeholders, you will ensure our schools have well designed and led provision optimising the learning environment with the funding available. This role requires drive, diplomacy and tenacity, coupled with in-depth knowledge and understanding of regulations and statutory guidance.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be a qualified teacher with at least 3 years of managing and advising on SEND provision within a primary or secondary school
• Have knowledge of the Ofsted framework and understanding of inclusion
• Understand “Every Child Achieving and Thriving (2026)” and have the capacity and experience to implement new changes
• Have the interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships at all levels
• Be proficient in understanding, interpreting and implementing legislation and statutory guidance
• Have experience of devising and delivering training to groups of staff

This is an exciting opportunity if you’re someone who enjoys sharing their expertise and guidance to support our school staff teams in a sector that makes a difference to children and families every day. The inclusion landscape is challenging, and the successful candidate will need to be able to navigate the complexities and nuances that come with that, enabling the best possible outcomes across the Trust.

If you want to discuss this role, please email recruitment@jtmat.co.uk

Completed application forms should be emailed to recruitment@jtmat.co.uk

Only fully completed application forms will be submitted for shortlisting. CVs will not be accepted.

Closing date: 9am on Friday 15th May 2026

Selection/Interview: Wednesday 20th May 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Please note if you are shortlisted, an online search will be carried out before interview which may identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which we might want to explore with you at interview. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants for the lawful basis for processing and retention.

John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website, and we encourage applicants to review it before applying.

Please review our Recruitment Pack on the school website before submitting your application.