Secondary Inclusion Support Practitioner

Secondary Inclusion Support Practitioner (ISP)

Location: Northamptonshire
Contract: Full-Time, Temporary to Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential? We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Inclusion Support Practitioner (ISP) to join a thriving and supportive school environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside teaching staff and specialist professionals, helping students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally through targeted interventions and personalised support.

About the Role

As an Inclusion Support Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting students across the school, either within specialist provisions or mainstream classrooms. You will work closely with teachers and pastoral teams to ensure every student receives the support they need to succeed.

Responsibilities include:

• Delivering targeted one-to-one and small group interventions.
• Supporting students with additional educational, social, emotional, or behavioural needs.
• Working collaboratively with teachers to adapt learning and remove barriers to progress.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, engagement, and achievement.
• Building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Contributing to a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every child can flourish.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
• Is passionate about inclusion and supporting student wellbeing.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can motivate, engage, and inspire students.
• Is resilient, adaptable, and committed to making a positive difference.
• Works effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative.

This role would suit experienced Teaching Assistants, Cover Supervisors, Learning Mentors, Behaviour Mentors, Pastoral Support Workers, Youth Workers, or individuals looking to build a career within education.

Professional Development & Benefits

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• Ongoing training and continuous professional development.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Health and wellbeing support, including access to an online GP.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee discounts and lifestyle savings platform.
• Family-friendly policies and generous leave provisions.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking school committed to developing its staff and providing outstanding support for its students. You will be part of a team that values inclusivity, innovation, teamwork, and positive outcomes for every child.

Safeguarding Statement

Coba Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.