Education Inclusion Worker | Education and Children Services

Salary £33,119 - £37,563 | Full time, 37 hours per week | Fixed Term, until December 2028 | Education and Children Services | Preston

Please note this role is not open to sponsorship.

Salary £33,119 - £37,563 | Full time, 37 hours per week | Fixed Term, until December 2028 | Education and Children Services | Preston

Please note this role is not open to sponsorship.

Make a real difference to the lives of children and young people across Lancashire.

At Lancashire County Council, we believe every child and young person deserves access to the right education, support and opportunities to thrive. We are looking for passionate, resilient and highly motivated Education Inclusion Workers to join our growing Alternative Provision Team within the Specialist Teaching Service.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to promoting inclusion, removing barriers to education, and ensuring children and young people receive the support they need to achieve positive outcomes.

As an Education Inclusion Worker, you will play a vital role in championing education inclusion across Lancashire. Working directly with children, families, schools and partner agencies, you will help identify barriers to education and support the development of effective, child‑centred solutions.

You will manage your own caseload and work proactively to ensure children and young people remain engaged in suitable education provision wherever possible.

• Acting as an advocate for children and young people, ensuring their voices are heard and valued.
• Providing advice, support and guidance to schools, families and young people.
• Carrying out home visits to gather the voice of the child and discuss appropriate educational provision.
• Working collaboratively with schools to promote inclusion, prevent exclusion and support reasonable adjustments for pupils on roll.
• Attending and contributing to multi‑agency meetings, helping shape plans that improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Building strong relationships with partner agencies including Children's Social Care, SEND Services, CAMHS, Youth Justice Services and other support organisations.
• Developing and maintaining knowledge of education legislation, statutory guidance and Lancashire County Council processes.
• Working closely with colleagues across Pupil Access, Elective Home Education and Children Missing Education services.
• Liaising with alternative provision providers, supporting referrals and undertaking quality assurance activities.
• Maintaining accurate records and reports through a range of ICT systems.
• Using digital tools and technology effectively to support service delivery.

We're looking for individuals who are passionate about supporting children and young people and committed to improving educational outcomes.

You will:

• Have a strong understanding of the education sector and the challenges faced by vulnerable children and young people.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant education legislation and statutory guidance.
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with families, schools and partner agencies.
• Be organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Show sound judgement, professional curiosity and a solution‑focused approach.
• Be committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and professional team making a genuine difference across Lancashire.

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, welcoming and experienced team with a shared commitment to inclusion.
• Comprehensive induction, support and mentoring from experienced colleagues.
• Ongoing…