Inclusion Assistant

This permanent Inclusion Assistant post at Norwich Primary Academy, part of Inspiration Trust, works mainly alongside the Inclusion Lead to remove obstacles to learning for pupils. The work centres on the school's most vulnerable pupils, running targeted small-group or one-to-one activities, and liaising with staff, parents and external agencies. It is a full-time, 39-week role on set weekday hours, 8am to 4pm.

Visa sponsorship is not available, and candidates need STEPS training or a willingness to undertake it.

What the job involves

• Promote an inclusive culture across the school and help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Support the school's most vulnerable pupils so that they make good progress
• Develop, resource and deliver targeted activities for small groups or individual pupils, including on attitudes and behaviour
• Liaise with senior leaders, the Inclusion Lead, PSA, teachers, support staff, education specialists and parents or carers
• Establish links with external agencies and secure their support for pupils' needs
• Attend relevant meetings such as Early Help Support Plan meetings and EHCP reviews

What’s required Qualifications

• GCSE maths and English, or equivalent NVQ Level 2

Experience

• Working with pupils of relevant age in a learning environment and supporting positive behaviour
• Working in roles with high levels of contact with parents or members of the public, engaging well with all stakeholders

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• Understanding of restrictive physical intervention and de-escalation
• Empathy, patience and adaptability
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Organisational skills, a collaborative mindset and resilience

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory references

Other

• STEPS trained, or willing to undertake the training

Nice to have

• First aid certificate
• Experience recording and analysing data
• Forest Schools trained, or willing to undertake the training

What’s offered

• Generous annual leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme with excellent employer contributions
• Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access and mental health support
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Retail, theatre and other discounts, plus salary sacrifice options
• Free parking at most sites
• Personalised CPD and development programmes
• Structured and specific induction programme