Inclusion Officer

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Derby City Council is recruiting an Inclusion Officer for Becket Primary School. The role is term-time, 35 hours per week, permanent, with January 2027 start and a focus on removing barriers to learning and supporting pupils and families.

You will work with school leaders, staff, pupils, families and external agencies to improve attendance, behaviour, safeguarding outcomes and pupil wellbeing, especially for vulnerable pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils and families, removing barriers to learning.
• Work with school leaders, staff, pupils, families and external agencies to improve attendance and wellbeing.
• Focus on safeguarding outcomes and pupil wellbeing, especially for vulnerable pupils.

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Inclusion Officer Job reference 000012578 Date posted 16/10/2026 Application closing date 06/11/2026 Working Pattern Term time Salary Grade H - £38,510 - £41,177 a year pro-rata - Actual Starting salary £31,471 a year Contractual hours 35 Basis Term-time part time permanent Job category/type School Support Attachments Blank Job description Location: Becket Primary School Hours: 35 hours a week Contract: Permanent, Term-Time, 39 weeks a year Start: January 2027 (or sooner, by negotiation) Closing Date: 6th November 2026

The Governors of Becket Primary School are seeking to appoint a committed, compassionate and highly motivated Inclusion Officer to join our dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting pupils and families, removing barriers to learning and helping all children achieve success both academically and socially. The successful candidate will work closely with school leaders, staff, pupils, families and external agencies to improve attendance, behaviour, safeguarding outcomes and pupil wellbeing. We are looking for someone who is passionate about ensuring every child thrives, particularly those who may be vulnerable, disadvantaged or facing challenges that impact upon their education.

Why join Becket Primary School?

• A brand-new, state-of-the-art school building from September 2026
• Modern learning environments and facilities
• Friendly, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning
• A supportive and dedicated staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding
• Supportive governors committed to improving outcomes for all children
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of pupils and families

We are keen to give candidates a chance to visit our school and warmly invite you to contact the school office on 01332 347595.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Check with a check of the DBS Barred List.

Please refer to our Child Protection and Safeguarding policy on our website using the following link: https://www.becket.derby.sch.uk/Policies/

We are committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services.

The closing date for this vacancy is: 6th November 2026 12:00 Noon. Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted.