Senior Inclusion Lead – Education

Senior Inclusion Lead 
3-month interim contract
South West Council
£525 per day via umbrella
Hybrid working

CVs are being reviewed immediately with a view to arrange interviews for W/C 27/10/25

Baltimore Consulting are seeking an experienced Senior Inclusion Lead to support a South West Local Authority in driving inclusive education and reducing NEET risk across KS4 and Post-16 cohorts. This interim role is central to the council’s Inclusion and Engagement Strategy and wider SEND & AP transformation programme.

Your Role as the Senior Inclusion Lead:

• Identify students at risk of NEET early using data and professional insight
• Maintain and monitor a live NEET risk register using attendance, attainment, and wellbeing indicators
• Coordinate placements into alternative provision and post-16 pathways with robust quality assurance
• Attend and contribute to TAC meetings, PEP reviews, and safeguarding forums
• Work directly with schools and providers to improve attendance and engagement, including outreach and home visits

Your Previous Experience as a Senior Inclusion Lead:

• Strong operational knowledge of KS4/Post-16 education and NEET prevention
• Proven team leadership and multi-agency working experience
• Excellent communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to inclusive practice and learner-centred support
• Must be able to work on site as required

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Athena on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please get in touch if you know someone suitable.)

Our clients are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be supported throughout the application and interview process.

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