Inclusion Officer

Derby City Council; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Becket Primary School in Becket is seeking a committed Inclusion Officer to support pupils and families, remove barriers to learning and promote wellbeing. You will work with school leaders, staff and external agencies to improve attendance, behaviour and safeguarding outcomes.

This permanent, term-time role offers 35 hours per week, starting January 2027 (or sooner by negotiation), and requires a proactive, compassionate approach to help vulnerable children thrive within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils and families, removing barriers to learning and promoting wellbeing.
• Collaborate with school leaders, staff, pupils, families and external agencies to improve attendance, behaviour, safeguarding outcomes and pupil wellbeing.

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

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.