Inclusion Officer

Inclusion officer

Grade 7 (SCP 19-25) | 37 hours | Term Time + 5 INSET days

Do you have a passion for helping young people overcome barriers and thrive? Are you someone who builds trust quickly, communicates with confidence, and remains calm, compassionate and solution‑focused even on the busiest days? Do you enjoy working closely with families, staff and external agencies to make a real difference?

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Lytham St Annes High School (LSA) is seeking a dedicated and proactive Inclusion Officer to join our Inclusion Team. This is a vital role supporting students through a graduated approach, improving wellbeing, attendance, engagement and academic progress. You’ll work directly with students, families and staff to remove barriers to learning and ensure every young person feels safe, supported and able to succeed.

This is a full‑time, term‑time role, line‑managed by the Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion.

A day in your new role could see you:

1. Supporting attendance and EBSA needs, including leading reintegration planning
2. Delivering 1:1 mentoring and small‑group interventions to build resilience, confidence and emotional regulation
3. Teaching small groups at KS3 and KS4, including students accessing our Internal Alternative Provision
4. Working closely with families through meetings, check‑ins and signposting to external services
5. Collaborating with internal staff and external agencies to coordinate support
6. Maintaining accurate records and reporting on progress
7. Contributing to pupil learning profiles, inclusion documentation and SEND processes
8. Undertaking safeguarding responsibilities and completing relevant training
9. Supporting staff training and inclusion team administration

What you’ll bring:

1. A strong understanding of safeguarding and regulated activity
2. The ability to build positive, trusting relationships with students
3. Confidence in delivering structured interventions and small‑group teaching
4. Excellent communication skills with families and professionals
5. A commitment to inclusion, equality and improving outcomes for young people

Apply now and help us create a school where every student feels safe, valued and able to achieve their full potential.

Closing date: 10th July 2026 08:00am

Interviews: 16th July 2026

Please take a moment to explore our school ethos and values at:

www.lythamhigh.lancs.sch.uk

The benefits:

1. Competitive salary
2. Commitment to staff development
3. Access to wellbeing and counselling services for you and your family
4. On‑site parking
5. Pension scheme
6. Family‑friendly policies
7. A welcoming, inclusive community where you can be yourself
8. Staff discount eligibility for a range of brands and stores

Our commitment to safeguarding

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive community. We do not tolerate discrimination and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We provide equal access, services and support regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, trans status, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

We are dedicated to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive environment for everyone. This includes a zero‑tolerance approach to sexual harassment of any kind. We believe all individuals deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and we are committed to maintaining a workplace and online community free from harassment, intimidation and discrimination. We encourage open communication, provide clear reporting routes for concerns, and ensure that all allegations are taken seriously and investigated thoroughly. We expect everyone who interacts with our organisation to uphold these standards.

All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that reflect our strong commitment to safeguarding. All posts, including volunteer roles, are subject to enhanced DBS clearance. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self‑declaration regarding any criminal record or information that may affect their suitability to work with children. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if relevant information is not disclosed. It is an offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity with children if you are barred from doing so; any such cases will be reported to the police. We may review applicants’ online presence in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.