Inclusion and Engagement Assistant

Teaching Vacancies; Market Rasen; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly inclusive environment

Professional development opportunities

Staff wellbeing and work-life balance

Strong school reputation

Job summary

De Aston School in Market Rasen, England, seeks a proactive pastoral support assistant to engage with students, guide behaviour, and support learning. You will work closely with staff and families to deliver tailored support and maintain a calm school environment.

The role emphasises strong relationships, de-escalation skills, and accurate record-keeping, with commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing at its core.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) is required.
• Experience supporting young people in a school or similar setting.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail; able to maintain records.
• Positive, proactive attitude and commitment to inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, professional relationships with students to support engagement with school life.
• Demonstrate calmness and resilience when handling challenging situations, with de-escalation where needed.
• Promote positive behaviour and inclusion across the school in collaboration with staff.
• Work as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to a consistent approach.

Skills

Behaviour management

Student engagement

Communication

Team collaboration

Record keeping

De-escalation

Pastoral support

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is an important and rewarding role within our pastoral team, where you will support students who may need additional guidance to engage successfully with school.

You will work closely with colleagues to provide targeted support, helping students to manage behaviour, overcome challenges and re-engage with learning. Through your work, you will contribute to creating a calm, supportive environment where all students can thrive.

We are seeking a positive, proactive individual who is passionate about helping young people succeed and ready to play a key role in supporting students across the school.

The successful candidate will:

• Build strong, professional relationships with students, supporting them to engage positively with school life
• Demonstrate calmness and resilience when responding to challenging situations, with the ability to de-escalate effectively
• Show a genuine commitment to promoting positive behaviour and inclusion across the school
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, supporting colleagues and contributing to a consistent approach
• Be organised and detail-focused, able to maintain accurate records and contribute to student support plans
• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, staff, families and external agencies
• Have experience working with young people (ideally in a school or similar setting)
• Hold GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) and have good ICT skills

Working in partnership with staff, families and external agencies, you will help ensure that support is consistent, tailored and impactful - making a real contribution to students' day-to-day school experience.

What the school offers its staff

At De Aston School, you will join a supportive and welcoming community where staff are valued and encouraged to develop.

We offer:

• A friendly, inclusive school environment where relationships are at the heart of everything we do
• A dedicated and experienced pastoral team, providing strong support and collaboration
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• The opportunity to work in a school with a well-established reputation for both pastoral care and academic success
• A positive and ambitious culture underpinned by our ethos: Believe. Strive. Achieve.

Commitment to safeguarding

De Aston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.