Inclusion Support Practitioner - St John the Baptist Primary School

North East Combined Authority; Tees Valley; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Thrive training

Trauma-informed approaches

Staff wellbeing

Job summary

St John the Baptist Primary School in Tees Valley is seeking an Inclusion Support Practitioner to join the Inclusion Team in Key Stage 2. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEMH needs and delivering targeted interventions.

You will apply Thrive and trauma-informed approaches, promote emotional regulation, and collaborate with families and external professionals to support pupil outcomes. This permanent post is 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 days.

Qualifications

• Supports pupils with SEMH needs and access to the curriculum
• Delivers targeted interventions and supports emotional regulation
• Works with families and external professionals to support learners

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in accessing the curriculum
• Understand and respond to children’s individual needs
• Promote communication, engagement, and independence under teacher guidance
• Regulate behaviour positively using agreed strategies
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and external professionals

Skills

Inclusion

SEMH support

Trauma-informed practice

Thrive approach

Pupil interventions

Team collaboration

Job description

St John the Baptist Primary School

Required as soon as possible

About the role

St John’s is a very inclusive school with a caring Christian ethos and you will need to share our passion to provide the very best education and outcomes for our children. We require an Inclusion Support Practitioner to work in Key Stage 2

Inclusion Support Practitioner NJC Grade F SCP 7-8, 32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 days, permanent, £20165.14 – £20953.53

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Inclusion Support Practitioner to join our well-established Inclusion Team working in Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will support pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, using a Thrive approach and trauma-informed practice. You will deliver targeted interventions, support emotional regulation, and work closely with families and external professionals.

Key responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEMH needs in accessing the curriculum
• Understand and respond to children’s individual needs
• Promote communication, engagement, and independence under teacher guidance
• Regulate behaviour positively using agreed strategies
• Work closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and external professionals

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about inclusion and supporting vulnerable pupils
• Has experience (or a strong interest) in SEMH and emotional regulation
• Can build strong, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
• Is committed to ongoing training and professional development
• Can work effectively as part of a team and independently

What we offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
• High-quality training, including Thrive and trauma-informed approaches
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children’s lives

Our School

At St John the Baptist Primary School, we are proud of our inclusive culture where every child is valued and supported to succeed. Our vision underpins everything we do, ensuring that all pupils, whatever their starting point, are able to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks, including a social media and internet search.

Closing date: Thursday 22nd October 12:00 Noon

Interview date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026