Lead Inclusion Practitioner (Primary Phase)

William Hulme's Grammar School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

William Hulme’s Grammar School in Manchester seeks a Lead Inclusion Practitioner for the Primary Phase. This permanent, term-time only role supports our Inclusion Hub and pupils with SEND, focusing on communication and independence development.

You will work with staff and families to strengthen inclusive practice, deliver targeted support, and help pupils overcome barriers to learning, with DBS checks and safeguarding training required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with SEND in a specialist provision, Inclusion Hub or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and/or Key Stage 1 practice.
• Able to work effectively as part of a supportive team; communicate confidently with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Inclusion Hub for the Primary Phase.
• Deliver targeted support to pupils to develop communication, independence and engagement.
• Collaborate with staff to strengthen inclusive practice across the school.

Skills

SEND experience

Inclusion Hub

EYFS/KS1 knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

About this Role

Full time, Term-Time Only, Permanent Contract (Primary Phase)

Salary - Commencing at £29,778 per annum, Full Time Equivalent. This is an actual salary for Term Time Only of £25,694.84 per annum.

Thank you for your interest in this Lead Inclusion Practitioner position in the Primary Phase at William Hulme’s Grammar School (WHGS). This is a permanent, term-time only, support staff role overseeing our Inclusion Hub and supporting pupils with SEND, particularly those with communication and interaction needs. The Hub currently works primarily with pupils in EYFS and Key Stage 1, with provision adapting over time in response to the needs of individual cohorts.

We are looking for a caring, resilient and knowledgeable practitioner who is passionate about inclusive education and helping children overcome barriers to learning. You will play a key role in delivering targeted support, developing pupils’ communication, independence and engagement, and working alongside staff to strengthen inclusive practice across the school. Experience of working with children with SEND in a specialist provision, Inclusion Hub or similar setting is essential, along with a strong understanding of EYFS and/or Key Stage 1 practice. You must be able to work effectively as part of a supportive team, communicate confidently with families and professionals, and maintain a calm, proactive and solution-focused approach when supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

Closing date: Wednesday 18November 2026 11:59pm

Interviews: Tuesday 24 November 2026

The school is fully committed to the safeguarding of children and all staff will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and full child protection/safeguarding training. United Learning is an equal opportunities employer.