Job Description

Inclusion Support Practitioner - Thrapston

Location: Thrapston, Northamptonshire
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term (with potential to go permanent)
Salary: Competitive daily rate, depending on experience

Are you motivated by helping young people overcome challenges, grow in confidence, and achieve their best in school?

Our partner secondary schools in Thrapston are looking for enthusiastic and caring Inclusion Support Practitioners to join their teams from January 2026. This is a long-term role where you can make a genuine difference, supporting students who benefit from extra guidance and encouragement.

You'll be an important part of the school community, working closely with teachers, SEN teams, and pastoral staff to ensure every student feels supported, included, and able to succeed.

What the Role Involves

  • Supporting students with additional needs, both 1:1 and in small groups

  • Helping pupils stay focused, engaged, and confident in lessons

  • Assisting teachers with preparing resources and organising classroom activities

  • Working with students with SEND, SEMH, autism, ADHD, or learning difficulties

  • Promoting positive behaviour, independence, and self-esteem

  • Contributing to a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school environment

  • Encouraging participation in extra-curricular activities and enrichment programs

We're Looking for Someone Who:

  • Is passionate about helping young people succeed

  • Can remain patient, calm, and approachable in all situations

  • Communicates confidently with both students and staff

  • Can adapt quickly to the varied needs of different learners

  • Has experience working with children or young people (desirable, but not essential)

  • Is reliable, friendly, and keen to learn and develop professionally

What's on Offer

  • A long-term position within well-established secondary schools in Thrapston

  • Competitive weekly pay

  • Access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses through Tradewind's National College
    (covering safeguarding, behaviour management, autism training, SEND practice, and more)

  • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands your role and school environment

  • Clear progression opportunities into SEN specialisms, pastoral support, behaviour mentoring, or teacher training

If you want a role where your support makes a real difference every day, apply now to join Thrapston's secondary schools as an Inclusion Support Practitioner starting January 2026.