Inclusion Support Worker

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 now recruiting for an Inclusion Support Worker.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

• Your main duties and other responsibilities are to attend internal/external safeguarding and attendance meetings as and when required
• On the basis of knowledge of individual pupils’ behaviour and learning needs, contribute to discussions with class teacher to develop appropriate and flexible lesson plans for pupils and evaluate and adjust learning activities as appropriate
• Create Individual Behaviour Plans with the Pastoral team for individual children and monitor and evaluate impact.
• Supervise students at times of unstructured recreation, such as before school, at break and lunchtime and after school.
• Promote a calm and ordered learning environment maintaining an awareness of the whole class situation, and using initiative to ensure pupil behaviour does not interfere with other pupil learning.
• Contribute to the on-going assessment and recording of pupil development and achievement and work in direct contact with the Pastoral Lead for any outside agency contributions.
• Attend and EHA meetings as a voice of the child and ensure all tracking and monitoring paperwork is up-to-date and accurate.
• Provide pastoral support and one to one mentoring needs, where agreed and be flexible when working with groups.

Fixed term role until 31st August 2027, 32.5 hour per week, term time only

Salaries & Benefits

NJC 8, FTE £27,709 per annum, pro rata £21,378

• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform : Health & Wellbeing Programme : Cycle to Work Scheme

Who we are looking for

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

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

We are a network of unique and diverse academies across the country, committed to delivering a world-class, knowledge-rich education that empowers pupils to reach their fullest potential. Spanning North Yorkshire, the East Riding of Yorkshire, North-East Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and London, our network of 36 academies serves over 14,600 pupils and employs 2,300 dedicated staff.

Our family of schools includes 24 primaries, 10 secondaries, an all-through school in London’s Olympic Park, and a special school in Lincolnshire supporting pupils aged 2-19 with a broad range of special educational needs. As one of only 11 system leaders nationwide, we are recognised for our unwavering commitment to educational excellence, our innovative curriculum, and ability to drive sustained school improvement at scale. At the heart of our Mission is a deep belief in the transformative power of education. We are committed to ensuring that every child - regardless of their background - has access to an exceptional academic experience enriched by extensive co-curricular opportunities. From small rural primaries to large urban secondaries, our academies benefit from the strength of a collaborative, values-driven community, in which expertise is shared, best practices are embedded, and each school retains its distinctive character.

We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

Risk management is everyone’s responsibility: comply with policies and procedures, and promptly escape issues, incidents and concerns to management.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.