Inclusion Support Lead - Primary School

Malcolm Arnold Preparatory School; Northampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Regional networks of Trust colleagues

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Awards and Recognition Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

Malcolm Arnold Preparatory School is seeking an Inclusion Support Worker to join a dynamic educational team. You will contribute to safeguarding, support pupils with learning needs, and help create inclusive lesson plans.

The role involves mentoring, conducting assessments, and coordinating with pastoral staff to support student development. The fixed-term position runs until 31 August 2027, 32.5 hours per week, term time only, with a pro rata salary reflecting NJC scales and Local Government

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Experience working with children and families in an academic setting.
• Experience in high performing contexts.
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding policies and practice.
• Willingness to undergo any relevant training.
• Aligned with MAPS commitment to excellence in education.

Responsibilities

• Attend internal/external safeguarding and attendance meetings as required.
• Contribute to discussions with class teacher to develop suitable lesson plans and adjust activities.
• Create Individual Behaviour Plans with the Pastoral team and monitor impact.
• Supervise students at unstructured times (before, breaks, lunch, after school).
• Promote a calm, orderly learning environment and manage pupil behaviour.
• Assist with ongoing assessment and recording of pupil development with the Pastoral Lead.
• Attend EHA meetings as a voice of the child and ensure records are up-to-date.
• Provide pastoral support and one-to-one mentoring as required.

Skills

Child & family work

Safeguarding knowledge

Team collaboration

Willingness to train

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Malcolm Arnold Preparatory School is seeking an Inclusion Support Worker to join a dynamic educational team. You will contribute to safeguarding, support pupils with learning needs, and help create inclusive lesson plans.

The role involves mentoring, conducting assessments, and coordinating with pastoral staff to support student development. The fixed-term position runs until 31 August 2027, 32.5 hours per week, term time only, with a pro rata salary reflecting NJC scales and Local Government