Enhanced Inclusion & Learning Practitioner

Enhanced Inclusion & Learning Practitioner 🌟 Exciting Opportunity: Shape the Future of Inclusive Education! 🌟 Are you a compassionate, adaptable, and motivated educator who believes that every child deserves the very best education? Do you want to be at the heart of a brand-new initiative designed to unlock the true potential of children with additional needs? If you have a passion for championing inclusion and building deep, trusting relationships, then you are exactly who we are looking for! At Hartsholme Academy (part of the Harbour Learning Trust), we believe that a school is more than just a fabulous building—it is a vibrant, special community. We are incredibly proud to announce that we have received official DfE approval to open our two brand-new Mainstream SEND Hubs, set to launch in September 2026. To make this vision a reality, we are building a dedicated, flexible team from the ground up—and we need you! At Hartsholme Academy, we strive to ensure every pupil achieves their full potential through a stimulating, global curriculum, underpinned by a relentless commitment to pastoral care and the belief that our door is always open. If you are passionate about inspiring young minds in an environment that is as supportive as it is dynamic we invite you to join our team and come and take a look for yourself! Job title: Enhanced Inclusion & Learning Practitioner Contract: 32.5 hrs per week, Term Time plus 5 days Salary Scale: Scale 2 , Pts 3-4 (£25,614 - £26,016) FTE , £19,158 - £19,458 Actual Salary Interview date: To be confirmed Start date: ASAP What does an Enhanced Inclusion & Learning Practitioner do? This isn’t your average support role. Your role is about more than just academic help; it is about building a secure, trusting relationship that empowers the children. As an Enhanced Practitioner, you will work collaboratively with our Enhanced Provision Teacher and external professionals to provide deeply tailored, meaningful support for pupils with communication, interaction, cognition, and learning needs. You will be the bridge that helps these bright young minds access the curriculum, build emotional resilience, and ensure their individual EHCP targets are met. Key Responsibilities: To work in our Mainstream SEND Hubs. To develop students’ independence, emotional resilience, and social skills, while supporting them in achieving their individual targets. Implementing planned learning activities, observing achievements, and maintaining records to monitor progress and inform assessment. Assisting with personal care programmes—including hygiene, toileting, eating, and drinking—to encourage independence and dignity. Adhering to all school Safeguarding Policies and reporting concerns through the appropriate channels Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a patient, kind, and organised individual who shares our belief in education that goes well beyond the academic. We are looking for someone with: Qualifications: GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent in English and Maths. Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) with experience supporting students with SEND. Experience: Experience working within SEND pupils in an educational setting is essential. Professional knowledge & Understanding:Understanding of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) and experience supporting students to achieve their individual goals Skills: Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with students, staff, and parents Attributes: Caring, patient, and empathetic with a strong commitment to inclusion and supporting the personal growth of students. Why Join Hartsholme Academy? Our School is far more than just classrooms—it is a special place brought to life by our talented staff and incredible children. Beyond the direct impact you will have on a child's life, you will join a supportive Trust that prioritises your professional development. We offer a welcoming, inclusive culture where you are known as an individual and a learner yourself. This development builds on the success of Hartsholme’s existing in-house provision, Little Acorns, and forms part of Lincolnshire County Council’s Building Communities of Specialist Provision Strategy, strengthening inclusive education within local communities and enabling more children to thrive within mainstream settings. The hubs will provide enhanced provision for pupils with communication and interaction needs and/or cognition and learning needs, while maintaining meaningful links with the wider school community and promoting belonging, independence and positive outcomes for all. Alongside this, we are excited to create new employment and professional development opportunities across our Trust and wider community as we continue to grow inclusive practice through our DANCE values and commitment to “Right Support, Right Place, Right Time.” About our Trust We are proud to have the highest performing primary and secondary schools in our area and we are h