Job Description

Ref: SCH-HAT-0246

26 day(s) remaining

Establishment:

Victoria Primary Academy

Location:

NN8 4NT

Salary:

25,238.00 - 27,279.00

Department:

Support Staff - Inclusion

Job Type:

Part Time

Closing Date:

13/10/2025 09:00

Interview Date:

-

Start Date:

28/11/2025
Additional Information

Contract Type:

Permanent

Contract Term:

TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks

Hours per Week:

35.00

Weeks per Year:

46.181

Pay Grade:

Support Staff | SCP16 - SCP20
The Role

NJC Scale Point 16 to 20 (30,518 to 32,597 FTE) (actual salary 25,238 to 27,279 per annum)

35 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time + 10 days)

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We are looking to recruit an Inclusion and Welfare Officer. This is an important role within our pastoral team - you will need a high degree of expertise in safeguarding and knowledge of how a wide variety of agencies support children and families. The Inclusion and Welfare officer is a Deputy DSL, working directly under the Principal, and is involved with all major safeguarding matters within school. The work you do is critical and will directly impact the life chances of children and families.





You would be joining and taking a leading role within a highly motivated, committed DSL and pastoral team who are highly experienced.



The role of Inclusion Officer involves working closely with families and school staff, alongside other partners, to support children to ensure they achieve their full potential



The successful candidate for this challenging and rewarding role will have excellent oral and written communication skills; be a clear thinker; outcome focussed; able to professionally challenge others; and have excellent safeguarding knowledge.



Collaborative multi-agency working is key to this role alongside being resilient and determined.



At Victoria we aspire to achieve the very best for every single pupil. As noted by OFSTED in 2023 "'Aspiration' is a key word at Victoria Primary Academy. It is central to everything leaders do, from the design of the school's ambitious curriculum to the awe-inspiring trips on offer."

What can you expect when joining Victoria Primary Academy, a member of Hatton Academies Trust?

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A high standard of investment in professional development and guidance- we nurture, build and celebrate our staff. A rich and well-designed curriculum, with enrichment and cultural capital at its heart Kind, caring and well-behaved children An extremely supportive and friendly team. An excellent leadership team, who value and support staff. Our leadership vision is built on trust and empowers all members of the team to develop and progress.

Reducing Workload and improving staff well-being

are priorities for the Board of Directors at Hatton Academies Trust and we believe every member of staff is entitled to the best possible CPD.





You can apply for this vacancy plus see a job description and further details about the post and the academy from our website: Vacancies | Hatton Academies Trust

Closing date: 9.00am Monday 13

th

October 2025.

Education without limits; Integrity at all times

Hatton Academies Trust are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS clearance.




Skills

Experience

Pastoral experience
Essential


Home visits
Desirable


Experience of local authority meetings
Essential


Delivery of welfare-focused interventions
Desirable


Leading needs assessments and creating support plans
Essential

Personal Attributes

Working with children
Essential


Reliability
Essential


Flexibility
Essential


Suitable to work with children
Essential


Integrity
Essential

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Essential


Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders using a variety of methods and media
Essential


Awareness of Equal Opportunities
Essential


Ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines during times of pressure
Essential


Willingness to engage in supervision programme
Essential

Experience/Knowledge

Data Protection
Essential

Relevant Skills

Safeguarding
Essential


Early Help Assessment training
Desirable


IT skills
Essential

Qualifications

Good literacy and numeracy skills
Essential

Safeguarding Information


Hatton Academies Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, age or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references.


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Victoria Primary Academy


Finedon Road

Wellingborough

Northamptonshire

NN8 4NT



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