An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Inclusion Mentor at Knowleswood Primary School.
The role will involve establishing relationships with pupils and families and ensuring that the school's inclusive values are reflected in daily practice.
About our School
We are looking for a staff that change lives. If you believe that every child deserves to feel seen, valued and capable of greatness, you'll fit right in! Join a team that champions creativity, celebrates diversity, and puts relationships at the heart of learning.
In return, we offer access to a wide range of CPD relevant to your role and stage of your career. This includes opportunities to work with Trust expert colleagues, as well as access to coaching, and mentoring.
If you'd like to know more about our school, please visit our website at www.knowelswoodacademy.co.uk
The successful candidate will:
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Work within a team that models inclusive practice across the school, promoting equality, diversity and access to learning for all
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Establish productive and positive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model that promotes positive values and attitudes
- Provide informal support for crisis and trauma, including signposting/referring to specialised services
- Lead on early identification and intervention for pupils at risk of underachievement or social exclusion
- Have a level 4 qualification in education or health or a minimum of 2 years experience in education, health, social care or youth work
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Lead a small group of SEND pupils under the direction of the SENDCo within a small provision
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Be an experienced practitioner with a good understanding of inclusion strategies and knowledge of working with SEND including SEMH
We can offer:
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Children who are enthusiastic to learn
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An school where inclusion is prioritised and all children are valued
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Supportive Trust central team, school leadership, governors, staff and parents
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Fantastic outdoor facilities
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Opportunities for further development and training
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A healthy work-life balance
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Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
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Free, on-site parking
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Excellent employer pension contribution scheme
We would warmly encourage any interested candidates to visit our school setting. In order to do so, please contact [email protected] within the w/c 1st September (when school reopens) to make the necessary arrangements.
Exceed Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as successful completion of a probationary period.
Exceed Academies Trust strives to be an employer of choice. We are an inclusive and diverse multi academy trust and ultimately, our aim is to employ a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. We are committed to achieving a balanced workforce at all levels, whilst ensuring that no individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities and will ensure a fair recruitment process without discrimination, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.
Exceed Academies Trust recognises and promotes the positive use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in certain situations. We would encourage any job applicants, who choose to utilise AI when completing a vacancy application, to thoroughly check the data prior to submission, to ensure it is accurate, factual and demonstrable. Candidate suitability will be assessed at interview, however the recruitment process will reference information contained within the candidate’s application form. Any information contained within application form which is found to be factually inaccurate, may result in a conditional offer of employment being withdrawn.
