Job Description

Academy:

Charles Darwin Primary

Category:

Education Support (School Based)

Start Date:

April 2026

Closing Date:

Mon, Feb 2, 2026

Job Weeks:

39 Weeks

Hours:

14 hours per week

Type:

Fixed Term, Part Time

Job Reference:

JAN20261470

Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale E: 8,737 to 9,312 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (26,403 - 28,142 full time/full year equivalent)

Fixed term: Until 12th April 2027

Part Time: 14 hours per week / 2 days (Working days can be discussed at interview)

Working Weeks: 39 weeks

Start Date: April 2026

Charles Darwin Primary is looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring Inclusion Assistant (Maternity Cover) to join our team and work primarily to support our Inclusion Lead.

What You'll Be Doing

Support and promote an inclusive culture throughout the school, enabling all students to fulfil their potential, and support them in overcoming any barriers to learning.


Provide support and guidance for our most vulnerable pupils so that our school is able to meet their needs and pupils make good progress.


Represent the school and trust positively at all times.


Liaise with the senior team, Inclusion lead, PSA, teachers and other support staff including, but not limited to, teachers at the school, education specialists and parents/carers. Liaison with external agencies and organisations will also be required.

About You:

You will be someone with empathy, patience, adaptability, strong communication, and problem-solving skills to support diverse student needs effectively. You will also have organisational skills to manage tasks, a collaborative mindset to work with a team, and resilience to navigate challenges.

Essential:

Excellent numeracy/literacy skills


GSCE (or equivalent NVQ Level 2) Maths and English


Experience of working with pupils of relevant age in a learning environment and supporting children's behaviour in a positive manner


Experience of working in roles that expect a high level of contact with parents or members of the public and ability to interact well with all stakeholders

Desirable:

First aid certificate


Experience with recording and analysing data

Why Join Inspiration Trust

At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You'll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you'll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be.


We offer:


Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions


Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *


Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *


Free parking at most sites


Personalised CPD and development programmes


A structured and specific induction programme.

Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.

About Us

Charles Darwin Primary School and Nursery

is a free school located in the heart of Norwich which opened in September 2016. The school was rated outstanding by Ofsted in June 2019 for overall effectiveness and has maintained success in their first ungraded inspection in April 2025. Children who graduate from Charles Darwin are resilient, independent, and confident individuals who express themselves creatively and value their place in the world. They benefit from a wealth of experiences beyond the classroom, helping them stay happy, engaged, and inspired to learn.


The school offers an innovative curriculum that encourages every child to thrive, combining a strong academic focus with a rich programme of cultural and sporting opportunities.


Charles Darwin Primary has close links with the highly successful Jane Austen College and Sir Isaac Newton Sixth Form, ensuring a strong educational pathway from early years through to post-16 education.


Although there is no on-site parking, the school and nursery are just a short walk from Norwich Train Station, served by several bus routes, with a range of paid parking options nearby.


We are part of the

Inspiration Trust

; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.


The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country's leading educational thinkers and practitioners.


For information on what it is like to live and work in Norwich, click here.

Next Steps

Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and , for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the "Planning your application" section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years.

If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Claire Thacker, PA to Principal (ClaireThacker@inspirationtrust.org).


To apply for this role please click the Apply button to complete the online application form.


When you start your application, you will receive several emails from our application provider, Vacancy Filler. Please be aware that some email providers may mistakenly mark these messages as spam. To avoid missing important updates, we recommend checking your spam or junk folders regularly throughout the application process and marking these emails as safe.

Closing date for applications: 12pm on Monday 2nd February 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 11th February 2026

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.