Teaching Assistant / Inclusion Support Worker

Joseph Norton Academy, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD8 9JU

349 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  30 June 2027 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  15 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £19,576.00 - £23,738.00 Annually (Actual)

Teaching Assistant / Inclusion Support Worker job summary

Location: Busker Lane, Scissett, Huddersfield until we move to our brand new school in Deighton.

Please note, If you live local to Deighton but Scissett is not commutable via public transport, we may be able to offer assistance with travel.

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Term time only plus 5 inset days)

Who We Are

At Joseph Norton Academy (part of the Wellspring Academy Trust), we do school a bit differently. We support wonderful children and young people with complex social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

No two days are ever the same here. Our pupils have ever changing needs due to their diverse backgrounds, which means we adapt, support, and grow together every single day. Above all, the most important things you can bring to this role are patience, empathy, a willingness to learn, and a genuine drive to help our pupils succeed.

We are growing and looking for positive, resilient people to join our supportive team in one of two key roles:

Which Role is Right for You?

We have two distinct roles available depending on your experience, qualifications and career goals.

Teaching Assistant Starting Salary: £19,576 (£25,583 FTE)

Perfect if: You are starting out in your career, looking to build classroom confidence, or don't quite meet the criteria for the ISW role yet.

• The Role: Keep the classroom structured and running smoothly by prepping resources, helping pupils with reading and academic work, and establishing positive routines.

• The Path: This is the perfect stepping stone to gain the experience, training and driving qualifications needed to progress into our Inclusion team.

Inclusion Support WorkerStarting Salary : £22,604 (£29,540 FTE)

Perfect if: You have a keen interest in working in SEMH education, have the relevant qualifications (Maths and English) and hold a valid driving licence.

• The Role: Work across the school, community and family homes. You will act as a calm co-regulator during challenging moments, use approved de-escalation techniques, and work closely with families to build solid routines.

• The Path: This is the perfect position to help you develop the tools to become an Instructor or Positive Engagement Coach in the future.

What You Need

• Experience in a school or similar setting is desirable but not essential (SEMH experience is a bonus).

• GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent). Support may be provided for suitable candidates if you are willing to work towards these qualifications.

• A full driving licence OR a genuine willingness to learn (we can help fund your driving lessons if you start as a TA!).

• The absolute essentials? Patience, understanding, a willingness to learn, and the drive to help our pupils thrive.

What is in it for You?

• Clear Progression: Start as a TA and we will train, support and help fund your driving lessons to progress you to an ISW. Start as an Inclusion Support Worker and we will support you to progress within our setting, whether you'd like to become a Positive Engagement Coach or an Instructor.

• Great Balance And Support: Term time hours mean school holidays off to recharge. Our Senior Leaders are approachable, supportive and open.

• Culture & Perks: Exceptional ongoing training and brilliant trust benefits through Wellspring Academy Trust.

Ready to Apply?

Click APPLY NOW to submit your application.

Unsure which role fits you best? Apply anyway! We will look at your experience and chat through the best starting point for you.

For an informal chat, email Lauren at lleibrick@wellspringacademies.org.uk.

Joseph Norton Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Joseph Norton Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 7 to 16
• Size: 62 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 7 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Joseph Norton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/joseph-norton-academy

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