SEN Inclusion Specialist

Overview

Trafford Leisure is looking for an outstanding individual to join our team as a SEND Inclusion Specialist.

Location: move Altrincham
Rate: £13 per hour
Hours: 36.25 per week

We are the largest operator of sport and leisure facilities in Trafford, with an annual turnover of £8 million and over 300 employees. Our bold vision is to inspire and create opportunities for the people of Trafford to move more and live longer, healthier, happier lives. This is a pivotal point in our evolution as Trafford Council's multi-million-pound leisure investment programme is rolled out, transforming leisure centres into fit-for-purpose, accessible, inspiring spaces under a new brand of "move" for future generations to come.

Role and Responsibilities

• Champion inclusive practice at Move Altrincham and work closely with the site team, families, and partners to ensure children and young people with SEND, neurodivergent individuals, and those facing barriers to participation can access our programmes and facilities.
• Support staff with inclusive approaches, coordinate access audits, and develop assessment tools for swimming and gymnastics to embed inclusive practice and improve health outcomes for people with SEND.
• Contribute to a Community Interest Company (CIC) environment and make a real difference to residents of Trafford and the wider Greater Manchester community.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about inclusion and accessibility, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and the social model of disability.
• Experienced in working with children and young people with SEND in education, health, or community settings, or brings lived experience of disability, neurodiversity, or supporting someone with SEND.
• A confident communicator who can build positive relationships with families, staff, and external partners.
• Organised, proactive, and solution-focused, able to coordinate projects that improve participation and wellbeing.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children and young people with SEND (professional or lived experience considered).
• Knowledge of inclusive practice and reasonable adjustments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver training and support staff confidently.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Training in SEND, neurodiversity, safeguarding, and EEDI will be provided if not already held.

What You Can Expect from Us

• A structured and supportive working environment
• Pension scheme
• 32 days' holiday (rising to 38 days after 5 years, including bank holidays and Trafford Leisure days)
• Company sick pay
• Cycle to Work scheme (savings up to 43% on a new bike)
• Complimentary fitness membership (worth up to £450 per year)
• Discounted fitness memberships for up to 5 family members or friends (worth up to £300 per person per year)
• 24/7 GP access and confidential counselling support
• Employee Assistance Programme (claim back up to £1,150 per year in healthcare costs)
• Retail and leisure discounts via the Perks at Work scheme
• Access to Manchester Credit Union for savings and loans
• Equality, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EEDI) commitments

Additional Information

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any support to apply, please contact: supportservicestraffordleisure.co.uk. The Next Steps: please complete an application form and send your CV to supportservicestraffordleisure.co.uk. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Closing date: Monday 16th February 2026. We look forward to receiving your application.

Please note: We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will be treated as a gift.

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