Inclusion Assistant

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery, Colchester, Essex, CO2 9AZ

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 December 2026

• Closing date

  9 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  25 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time: 18.75 hours per week. working pattern to be agreed with successful candidate.
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Actual salary: £11,709 per annum, pending pay award

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an Inclusion Assistant for a fixed term whilst the SENCO is on maternity leave.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher ensuring high quality, inclusive provision for pupils with SEND across Early Years and KS1, enabling early identification, targeted intervention, and strong partnership with families and external agencies.

The successful candidate will have:

• Strong understanding of early childhood development and SEND in the early years/KS1.
• Excellent communication andorganisationalskills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, and external agencies.
• Experience delivering targeted interventions.

Knowledge of local authority SEND processes and EHCP pathways is desirable.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you an exciting and vibrant working environment, training and supportive colleagues.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Key Responsibilities:

SEND Identification & Assessment

• Support early identification ofadditionalneeds through observation, assessment data, and liaison with staff.
• Contribute to the creation and review ofOne Planning.
• Assistwith gathering evidence for referrals to external agencies (e.g., Speech & Language Therapy andPaediatrics).

Intervention Planning & Delivery

• Help design,monitor, and evaluate small‑group and 1:1 interventions (phonics, speech & language, social communication, fine motor skills).
• Model strategies for TAs and teachers working with pupils with SEND.
• Track progress and adjust provision based on outcomes.

Classroom Support & Inclusive Practice

• Promote high‑quality universal provision in line with theGraduated Approach.
• Supportthe school'sbehaviourregulation strategies and nurture‑based approaches appropriate for early years and KS1.

Administrative & Compliance Support

• Assist the SENCO/Head TeacherwithmaintainingaccurateSEND records.
• Contribute topaperwork forEHCPapplications and annual reviews.
• Help ensure statutory deadlines and documentation requirements are met.

Family & Multi‑AgencyPartnership

• Attend meetings with parents/carers to discuss progress andprovision.
• Liaise with external professionals and help implement their recommendations

Commitment to safeguarding

King's Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Inclusion Assistant JD.pdf - 114 KB (opens in new tab)

Privacy Notice for Managing Employmen1.docx - 29.7 KB (opens in new tab)

About King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 7
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 161 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 7
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: King's Ford Infant School and Nursery website
• Email address: admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01206 574524
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/king-s-ford-infant-school-and-nursery

Kings Ford Infant School and Nursery is committed to working with all those involved in children’s development and learning to provide a safe, caring, secure, stimulating and welcoming learning environment.

We value each individual and encourage them to do their best, respect each other and their beliefs, taking pride in everything they do.

Arranging a visit to King's Ford Infant School and Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email admin@kingsford-inf.essex.sch.uk.

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