Inclusion Support Navigator

Job introduction

The role will enhance the coordination, accessibility, and effectiveness of inclusion for all children and young people (CYP) and especially CYP with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and those at risk of exclusion or requiring Alternative Provision (AP). The role holder will act as a bridge between schools, services, and the local authority, with a primary focus of supporting schools to improve their whole school inclusive practice, linked to the Local Inclusion Support Offer.

Fixed term for: Fixed Term until end of August 2026

For an informal discussion, please contact Amanda Meier- SEND & AP Change Programme Manager on 07871 986693

About the role

Are you passionate about inclusive education and making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Brighton & Hove City Council is part of the SEND & AP Change Programme and is looking to pilot the role of a Local Inclusion Support Navigator.

About the Role

As an Local Inclusion Support Navigator, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the coordination, accessibility, and effectiveness of inclusive practices across a number of schools in Brighton & Hove. You’ll act as a vital bridge between schools, services, and the local authority—supporting schools to improve whole-school inclusive practice and ensuring that vulnerable children and young people receive the education they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert advice and guidance to schools on inclusive practices, particularly for children at risk of exclusion, with SEND, or requiring alternative provision.

Analyse inclusion data and produce timely reports to support statutory responsibilities.

Build strong partnerships with schools, services, and external agencies to promote joined-up working.

Lead on training and development programmes to support inclusive education city-wide.

Monitor progress and maintain action plans aligned with the SEND & AP Change Programme.

Represent the council at local and national events to promote inclusive education.

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

A degree and/or Qualified Teacher Status or equivalent experience.

In-depth knowledge of inclusive education, SEND, and the challenges faced by vulnerable learners.

Proven experience in multi-agency working and improving outcomes for children and young people.

Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills.

A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a forward-thinking team driving meaningful change in education.

Work in a collaborative environment with professionals across education, health, and social care.

Make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families in Brighton & Hove.

Please read our Apply for a job at the council pages carefully. They give you all the guidance you need to complete your application as well as information on what will happen after you’ve submitted your application and at interview.

As part of your application, you will need to upload your Application Form and a supporting statement. Your supporting statement is the most important part of your application as it will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (Application Form guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) and (Supporting statement guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.

Additional information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is less than 37 hours or term-time only.

Part office / part home – hybrid - We are a workplace that supports flexibility and employee wellbeing in the way we work whilst providing the best service for our customers. Team and service working arrangements are designed to support both employee work life balance and team collaboration. These would be part of your individual working arrangements alongside any personal preference agreed with your manager in advance of joining. Your contractual location will be the designated council office for your team and travel to and from your contractual location would be at your own expense.

For more information about our values and the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us

Company information

Encouraging a diverse workforce

Our city is known and loved for its diversity. Not only is the mixture of people, culture and skills vital to the economic and social development of the city, it's what makes Brighton & Hove such a great place to live, work and visit. We are committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is representative of the diverse communities we serve so we welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds. In order to achieve our aims of proportionate representation, we particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, male or trans.

Find out more about our commitment to being a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone can achieve their potential by reading about our fair and inclusive actions, our anti-racism strategy and the work we are doing to encourage a diverse workforce (brighton-hove.gov.uk).

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.