Inclusion Assistant

Clevedon School is seeking a positive and approachable Inclusion Assistant to join our Student Support Department, which supports students with a range of Special Educations Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to access, achieve and enjoy education and school life. Acting as a key worker, the inclusion assistant will work in partnership with parents, school staff, SENCO and other professionals to deliver personalised student learning to support SEND students.

The successful candidate will advise on suitable teaching and learning strategies to support students, acting as a champion for the child, ensuring their voice is heard and that it informs all planning and practice whilst complying with Safeguarding, Child Protection and Data Protection practices.

About Clevedon School

Clevedon School is a highly regarded secondary school on the North Somerset coast, with a culture of excellence and ambition. It offers a broad and balanced curriculum alongside a wealth of enrichment opportunities, empowering students to achieve their best and contribute positively to society.

About Futura Learning Partnership

Futura Learning Partnership is a growing, values-led multi-academy trust of 26 schools, serving more than 12,000 children and young people across five local authority areas in the South West of England. Our schools span education from nursery and primary through to secondary and post-16, supported by more than 1,700 colleagues.

Each of our schools has its own distinctive identity and deep roots in its local community, but no school works alone. Collaboration sits at the heart of Futura: schools share expertise, learn from one another and take collective responsibility for giving children and young people the best possible opportunities.

Together, we are building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish. Our commitments to inclusion, community and growth guide how we work, the decisions we make, and the experience we want to create for pupils and colleagues.

About You

• Can motivate and build rapport with learners whilst encouraging independence
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Has a sound level of Secondary Education
• Shares our belief that every child deserves the very best opportunities

Our Culture and Offer

We want Futura to be a place where people feel valued, supported, and able to develop. Collaboration and shared learning are part of how we work, with opportunities to connect with colleagues across our schools, develop professionally, and contribute to the wider partnership.

Eligible colleagues can access a range of benefits designed to support health, wellbeing and development.

• A fully funded Health Cash Plan, providing up to £500 each year towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy appointments
• confidential counselling and wellbeing support
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• gym membership discounts
• opportunities for professional and career development

Role information:

• This is a permanent role, working 37 hours a week, Term Time Only + 5 inset days
• Start date: 01/10/2026

Diversity and Inclusion

At Futura Learning Partnership, we believe that diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the communities we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to contribute.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and particularly encourage applications from groups currently underrepresented in senior leadership roles within education. We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and will provide reasonable adjustments wherever required.

Safeguarding

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children will form part of the selection process. For this post, pre-employment checks will include an enhanced DBS, barred-list check, two references (one from your most recent employer), health screening and online searches, in line with our safer recruitment policy.

The postholder will have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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