Transition & Inclusion Lead

River Tees Primary Academy, Middlesbrough, TS3 8NH

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  10 July 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  26 June 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday - Friday 37 hours, Term time only plus 3 Weeks
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: NJC 28-33 £34,305-£38,618

What skills and experience we're looking for

This is a customer facing post which will actively promote the educational aims and ethos of River Tees Multi Academy Trust and further develop support services and relationships to schools. The Transition and Inclusion Lead will work as part of the middle leadership team to ensure effective management of the procedures and systems of referrals, integration and reintegration of pupils. They will attend a range of professional meetings and panels and be part of professional discussions surrounding placements within the Academy Trust. We require a Transition & Inclusion Lead with the knowledge, understanding and skills to work with and build positive professional relationships with the local Primary schools to ensure students are supported to successfully transition into their next chapter of education. The Transition & Inclusion Lead will champion the needs of individual learners through positive relationships and professional challenge. They will create a supportive and inclusive environment that ensures a smooth transition for students, fostering a sense of belonging and well-being. This role is pivotal in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the school community, promoting an atmosphere where every student feels valued, respected and able to achieve.

What the school offers its staff

We offer extensive training programs and career advancement opportunities to support your professional growth. Our trust is built on mutual respect and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all. We value teamwork and collaboration, providing a supportive network to help you thrive. Join us in making a significant difference in the lives of our learners and the broader community.

Further details about the role

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

We recognise that coaching, support and training may be needed to further develop skills in some of the areas outlined.

• Facilitate seamless transitions for students during transitional periods, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other stakeholders to identify potential challenges during transitions and develop proactive strategies to address them.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, teachers and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with teachers to implement inclusive teaching practices that cater to diverse learning styles, abilities, and backgrounds.
• Identify students who may require additional support due to unique transition challenges or inclusion needs.
• Develop, monitor and review development plans to support the academic, social, and emotional growth of individual students.
• Develop and review student risk assessments.
• Act as a liaison between the school and other professionals with a focus on inclusion and diversity.
• Advocate for inclusive policies and practices within school, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to succeed.
• Assess the effectiveness of transition and inclusion programs through data collection and analysis.
• Use feedback and data to make informed adjustments to programs and strategies, ensuring continuous improvement.
• Intervene in situations where students may be experiencing difficulty with transitions or facing challenges related to inclusion.
• Collaborate effectively and clearly with students, parents, teachers, and other relevant professionals to provide timely and appropriate support and updates.
• Create an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students, driven by a belief in the value of diversity and the potential of every individual.
• Develop a clear understanding of the ‘Specialists in the Trust Team’ and create an outreach offer which provides a tiered approach of support for schools with students at risk of exclusion.
• Develop and implement an initial assessment process for students starting at RTMAT Primary with a focus on gathering initial academic and personal development data.
• Develop and implement a readiness for transition assessment process with clear links to preparation for adulthood.
• Conduct an initial observation on pupils referred to RTMAT Primary and advise on the best strategy and support model moving forward - including outreach work completed in the student’s current Primary school, interventions and beginning a placement in RTMAT Primary.
• Work with local Primary schools to develop and understanding of their processes, procedures and policies.
• Implement the RTMAT child protection policy and procedures and encourage good practice by promoting these.
• Respond appropriately to disclosures or concerns which relate to the well-being of a child.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and up-to-date documentation on all cases of safeguarding and child protection and report where required.
• Monitor, report and act to improve attendance.
• Initiate and refer pupils to outside agencies and co-ordinate referrals when appropriate.
• Act as lead professional and coordinate Team Around the Child/Family meetings
• Attend and participate in a range of professional meetings, including Child Protection Conferences and Planning & Review meetings.
• Deliver intervention programmes with individuals and small groups.
• Monitor behaviour and ensure appropriate support is in place to help students move towards managing their own behaviour more effectively.
• Cover for teaching within the academy when required.
• Support the learning of students in class and through blended models.
• Identify instances where professional challenge is required.
• Lead and/or organise assemblies.
• Assist/conduct home visits.
• Contribute to, evaluate and develop the Academy’s PSHE, RSE, SMSC and social and emotional development activities.
• Develop student voice and provide feedback to parents, staff and other professionals.
• Transport students during planned transitions and meetings when appropriate.
• Engage in professional development opportunities with a focus on therapeutic interventions.
• Write reports for a range of professional audiences and parents/carers.

GENERAL/MISCELLANEOUS

The above duties and responsibilities cannot totally encompass or define all tasks which may be required of the successful candidate. The outlined duties and responsibilities may, therefore, vary from time to time without materially changing either the character or level of responsibility. These factors are reflected in the post grade.

All employees are expected to demonstrate a commitment to the principles of equal rights both in relation to employment issues and service delivery and to adhere to the policies of the Council in performance of their duties.

All employees are expected to respect all confidentialities and principles and practice of the Data Protection Act.

All post holders are required to comply with Health and Safety policies and legislation.

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.

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About River Tees Primary Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 8 to 11
• School size: 6 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 8 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: River Tees Primary Academy website
• Email address: recuritment@rtmat.org.uk
• Phone number: 01642 213799
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/river-tees-primary-academy

Welcome to River Tees Primary Academy, where we use a relational approach to serve some of the most disadvantaged communities in the country. We provide the highest quality of education for pupils who have struggled within the mainstream schooling system. Pupils are welcomed into our school, regardless of their challenges, past history or additional needs.

We change lives through our focus on a highly personalized curriculum that provides Currency, builds Character and engages with the Community.

Currency: Learning for your future
Character: Who you are and who you want to be
Community: Links to others and the wider world

Our team work together to safeguard our pupils and give them the confidence to achieve high standards. All staff are committed to improving the life chances of our pupils. We support our pupils to develop the skills and knowledge they need t achieve their full potential as well as developing a love of learning.

Sophie Moss
Primary Head Teacher

Arranging a visit to River Tees Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recuritment@rtmat.org.uk.

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