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Inclusion Teacher

Reedley Primary School, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2NE

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  12 May 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  1 May 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Head of year or phase
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - One year initially
• Pay scale: Main scale or UPS
• Additional allowances:

  TLR 2:1

What skills and experience we're looking for

Thank you for your interest in the post of Inclusion Teacher at Reedley Primary School.

We would like to appoint a nurturing and reflective practitioner to oversee and deliver learning to a small group of children who are currently unable to access full time, mainstream education. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning and high-quality teaching and learning for three small groups of children with differing needs, including sensory needs.

The Inclusion Teacher will:

- Take a strategic role in designing the learning environment.

- Work with a team of support staff to deliver effective teaching and learning in a calm and organised space.

- Help to adapt the Equals Curriculum and Primary Curriculum for our children.

- Bring learning to life through creative, motivating and inclusive learning experiences to ensure strong progress for every child.

- Work closely with support staff, deploying them effectively, to enhance learning and maximise impact.

- Set challenging yet accessible learning tasks that stimulate curiosity and engagement.

- Help pupils re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence, develop regulation and make meaningful academic and personal progress from their starting points.

- Reflect thoughtfully on their practice, using evaluation to continually improve teaching and learning.

Successful applicants will need at least 3 years working as a classteacher and will be able to provide an inclusive, high quality, challenging and effective learning environment which promotes high quality learning experiences for all children.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request.

Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application. Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

What the school offers its staff

• A positive ethos with high expectations of all
• A motivated, hardworking and supportive team, who are committed to offering the best opportunities for all children
• Opportunities for continual professional development
• A commitment to supporting staff wellbeing
• Supportive parents
• Delightful children with beautiful manners, a good work ethic and pride in their school
• An Ofsted rating of 'good'
• Support and guidance from our Leadership Team and Governing Body
• A dynamic two-form entry school.

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Information provided will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view this on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs. LCC has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy.

Applying for the job

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

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

Inclusion Class Teacher Person Specification.docx - 88.6 KB (opens in new tab)

Welcome Letter Inclusion Teacher.docx - 49.6 KB (opens in new tab)

About Reedley Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 417 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Reedley Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@reedley.lancs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01282693688
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/reedley-primary-school

Reedley Community Primary School is a two form entry Maintained Primary School located on the edge of Burnley, Lancashire. Our school has a diverse and inclusive ethos, with a supportive community where every child can thrive.

Arranging a visit to Reedley Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@reedley.lancs.sch.uk.

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