Inclusion Support Practitioner - St John the Baptist Primary School
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Please see advert text
Advert Start Date:
07/10/2026
Advert End Date:
22/10/2026 12:00
Salary:
NJC Grade F SCP 7-8, 32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 days, permanent, £20165.14 – £20953.53
Job Category:
Schools - Support
Employment Location:
Stockton-On-Tees
Further Information
St John the Baptist Primary School
Required as soon as possible
St John’s is a very inclusive school with a caring Christian ethos and you will need to share our passion to provide the very best education and outcomes for our children. We require an Inclusion Support Practitioner to work in Key Stage 2
Inclusion Support Practitioner NJC Grade F SCP 7-8, 32.5 hours, Term Time plus 5 days, permanent, £20165.14 – £20953.53
We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Inclusion Support Practitioner to join our well-established Inclusion Team working in Key Stage 2. The successful candidate will support pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, using a Thrive approach and trauma-informed practice. You will deliver targeted interventions, support emotional regulation, and work closely with families and external professionals.
Key responsibilities
- Support pupils with SEMH needs in accessing the curriculum
- Understand and respond to children’s individual needs
- Promote communication, engagement, and independence under teacher guidance
- Regulate behaviour positively using agreed strategies
- Work closely with teaching staff, SENCO, and external professionals
We are looking for someone who:
- Is passionate about inclusion and supporting vulnerable pupils
- Has experience (or a strong interest) in SEMH and emotional regulation
- Can build strong, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Is committed to ongoing training and professional development
- Can work effectively as part of a team and independently
What we offer:
- A welcoming, inclusive and supportive school
- A strong commitment to staff wellbeing
- High-quality training, including Thrive and trauma-informed approaches
- The opportunity to make a real difference to children’s lives
Our School
At St John the Baptist Primary School, we are proud of our inclusive culture where every child is valued and supported to succeed. Our vision underpins everything we do, ensuring that all pupils, whatever their starting point, are able to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks, including a social media and internet search.
Please visit Vacancies | St John the Baptist Primary School:
https://www.st-johnthebaptist.org.uk/vacancies/
for an application pack and email them back to: admin@jtbprimary.org
Please call 01642 607123 to organise a visit.
Closing date: Thursday 22nd October 12:00 Noon
Interview date: Tuesday 3rd November 2026