Inclusion Assistant - Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Cannock; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading alternative provision academy in Cannock is seeking an Inclusion Assistant to provide support to teachers and advocate for students with Special Educational Needs. This full-time position is initially for 6 months, with the possibility of extension. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, adaptability, and a strong understanding of SEMH needs. This is a unique opportunity to contribute positively to the educational experiences of young learners and work within a supportive and innovative school culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Small class sizes

Qualifications

• Ability to engage young people and enrich their educational experience.
• Skilled at building relationships with challenging learners.
• Passionate about improving young people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to teachers in the care and learning of pupils.
• Advocate for students with Special Educational Needs.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Skills

Understanding SEMH needs

Supportive communication

Empathy

Solution-focused mindset

Adaptability

Building relationships

Job description

Inclusion Assistant

Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy

Fixed Term, Full Time Inclusion Support Assistant

6 months (possibility of 18 months)

Grade 4 SCP 5-6 (£25,583 - £25,989 FTE)

We are re‑advertising for a stand‑out candidate to join our staff as an Inclusion Support Assistant. We are looking for the right person – someone who understands the needs of SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) pupils and be their advocate. Someone who can provide support to the teachers in the care and learning of our pupils. Someone who sees SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) as an opportunity rather than a barrier.

Chaselea Alternative Provision Academy are looking for the right person to join us. Required as soon as possible, this is a rare opportunity to join us on our on‑going pursuit to be the best Alternative Provision Academy and centre of excellence for inclusive education. This is an exciting time to join the Chaselea family as we continue our journey with the Manor Hall Academy Trust.

Initially this is a 6 month post, but there is the possibility that it will be extended by an additional 12 months making it 18 months.

Chaselea is proud to:

• be a pupil centred, supportive and improvement focused school;
• have supportive, forward thinking and positive leadership and management teams;
• show commitment to workload regulation and staff wellbeing;
• teach in small class sizes enabling rapid progress and maximum achievement;
• be innovative, flexible and continually review our progressive curriculum;
• offer genuine opportunity to develop personally and professionally;
• be open to innovation, new ideas and developmental suggestions;
• work in partnership with the Academy Trust, the Districts, external services and agencies and the Local Authority for the betterment of the young people.

Can you engage young people and enrich their educational experience?

• Are you inclusive, empathetic and supportive?
• Are you solution focused, positive and determined?
• Are you confident to adapt, push and develop your daily practice?
• Do you have aspirations to lead?
• Are you skilled at building relationships with challenging learners?
• Are you looking to make a real difference to a young person’s life?

If you can honestly say ‘yes’ to these questions, we want to meet you and welcome anyone wishing to visit the school prior to application. We have set aside two appointments for tours to meet key staff and explore the school. These are Wednesday 07 January 2026 @ 1130 and Tuesday 13 January 2026 @ 1000. If you would like to attend one of these dates then please either ring the school office on 01543 227095, or email [e-mail].

Chaselea strives to provide an “outstanding” educational experience, delivering GCSE and Vocational courses at KS4, and an innovative core subject and topic‑based curriculum at KS3. Staff are encouraged to develop skills outside their specialism and to contribute to the combined efforts of the small, committed team that are held in high regard by our pupils and the community. To do this we need a supportive, hard‑working, caring and passionate team made up of outstanding teachers and empathetic support staff.

Alongside our commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare, we proactively address work‑life balance and staff wellbeing.

This position is subject to references and an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation if Offenders Act 1974.

Please note that it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children.

Please also note that all candidates who are shortlisted will be subject to an online search in compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education(2022). A copy of our safeguarding policy can be downloaded from our website. (https://chaselea.co.uk/safeguarding)

Closing date for applications: 17:00 Thursday 15 January 2026

Short listing: Friday 16 January 2026

Interviews: Friday 23 January 2026