80 Inclusion Officer jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title: Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £31,236 - £34,610 per annum - SS4

Job type: Permanent, Full time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

University College Birmingham is growing, and we are looking for a Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer to join our busy and friendly safeguarding team, part of the Student Support and Wellbeing directorate.

This role involves supporting the Designated Safeguarding Lead and Head of FE Pastoral Support in ensuring the safety, welfare and engagement of all students, aged 16+, across both college and university courses.

The SIO will proactively support student welfare and engagement by addressing low-level safeguarding concerns, promoting re-engagement in education, reducing barriers to academic success and reducing the likelihood of escalation of risk.

The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and managing safeguarding risks, providing early interventions and targeted support for vulnerable students, including those under local authority care, young carers, and care-experienced individuals.

The SIO will foster a culture of safety, respect, and inclusion through individual casework, collaborative working with internal and external stakeholders, and the coordination and delivery of group activities and training that promote wellbeing, behaviour for learning, and positive outcomes.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 29 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Local Government Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 20.9%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology home and cycle
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 12th October 2025

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with experience of; Student Safeguarding Manager, Student Support Manager, Student Safeguarding Officer, Safeguarding Lead, Inclusion Officer, Inclusion Lead,will also be considered for this role.

Job Title: Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £31,236 - £34,610 per annum - SS4

Job type: Permanent, Full time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

University College Birmingham is growing, and we are looking for a Safeguarding and Inclusion Officer to join our busy and friendly safeguarding team, part of the S.

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You can also see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council .

We are looking to recruit Inclusion Officers: Section 19 within the School Attendance Support Service in West Northamptonshire Council. You will be based at One Angel Square but also working in the school community. 

As a local authority, we have responsibility to provide education at school or otherwise under section 19 of the education Act 1996 for those children of compulsory school age who, by reason of illness, exclusion from school or otherwise, may not for any period receive suitable education unless such arrangements are made for them. This role will focus specifically on those children not attending due to illness or otherwise.

You would be joining a highly motivated, committed team which has been brought together from a wide range of experiences to ensure pupils have full access to and are safe in education and to support access to education and positive educational outcomes for vulnerable learners. 

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We want talented, ambitious, passionate, tenacious people that are professionally curious and resilient to come and take on this challenging and rewarding role. You must be able to work collaboratively and supportively whilst balancing this with the ability to challenge where it is required.

You need to be calm and self-assured and be confident enough to work autonomously whilst knowing when to seek guidance. You need to be knowledgeable about SEMH trauma and attachment and how this can impact a CYP’s ability to access an education.

With excellent oral and written communication skills, you will be a clear thinker and outcome focussed.

• Network with internal and external stakeholders to promote and increase inclusion for all.
• Provide a wide range of support to the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, including the innovation and delivery of key initiatives.
• Support the review of equality, diversity and inclusion policy and procedure in line with statutory responsibility and best practice.
• Analyse data or information associated with Equality Diversity & Inclusion, identify trends and make recommendations.
• Manage the People Impact Assessment (PIA) process, providing advice to managers and ensure that PIAs are completed effectively, updated when required and monitor the completion of identified actions.
• Oversee the content and updating of EDI information on the Service website, Connect pages and publishing communications in line with our EDI communications plan.

• Role specific Level 4 qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience at this level in ED&I or HR.
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Equality Diversity & Inclusion legislation.
• Experience in a similar role carrying out a range of training or promoting Equality Diversity & Inclusion, or able to show transferable experience.
• Experience of analysing data and producing recommendations.
• Being an exemplary leader in fairness, equity, diversity and inclusion, and brimming with ideas to promote these.

• You must have a full current driving licence and be able to fulfil the significant travel requirements of the role. Use of your own vehicle will be required; however, a Service vehicle may be available. The travel requirements of the role are not the same every week, but the successful post-holder should be prepared to travel within the Service area 2-3 days a week. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, we would still welcome your application and will explore any reasonable adjustments that could be put in place.
• The role involves some evening working to deliver training at fire stations across Dorset & Wiltshire.
• A Standard Disclosure & Barring Service Check (DBS) clearance will be undertaken on the successful individual prior to offer of employment .
• Any offer of employment will be subject to full pre-employment checks which include identity checks, right to work in the UK, medical, negative drug test and receipt of satisfactory references, verification of employment history and an explanation of any gaps in employment in the last 3 years.
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Virtual School Inclusion Support Officer

Permanent, Term Time

£32,768 to £8,550 per annum (full time equivalent)

Location: Chelmsford

Working Style: Anywhere worker

Please note this a term time only position working 39 weeks a year. The salary will be 8,187 to 3,160 per annum.

The Virtual School Service work in designated localities with Children in Care (CiC) to improve the attendance and access to education. The Service supports other professionals working with children in their care, by sharing good practice relating to education.

The Virtual Schools Inclusion Support Officer will monitor exclusions of children in care, supporting or challenging schools and ensuring appropriate provision is put in place. Contributing to cross service arrangements to progress cases, working with other school managers, professionals and partners to remove barriers to education for children in care, reduce NEET and contribute to the Raising Participation Age strategy.

Supporting the work of the Children in Care Council, to ensure young people's views are listened to and participating in opportunities for children in care to contribute to the planning and delivery of services.

Accountabilities

• Partner with designated localities with the Inclusion team for CiC. Accountable for the improvement of the attendance and access to education for children in care within quadrant.
• Responsible for monitoring and improving attendance, attainment and reducing exclusions through solution focused casework across designated localities, to narrow the gap in attainment and improve outcomes for children in care wherever they receive their education.
• Use attendance data to identify children in care at risk of persistent absence and undertake appropriate casework action to improve their attendance and remove barriers to learning.
• Influence school leaders and other professionals to progress individual cases to remove barriers to access to education.
• Responsible for managing complex cases, working closely with the PEP & Virtual School Operations Lead to reduce exclusion, raise attendance and reduce the number of CiC missing Education.
• Lead on the training of other professionals and sharing good practice to raise the profile of children in care and understand their needs and issues around education.
• Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the compliance and quality of Personal Education Plans with regard to how they meet the needs of the specific child or young person, irrespective of where the child receives their education.
• Provide advice, support and challenge to schools and other professionals on individual cases in order to improve attendance, attainment, reduce exclusions and improve outcomes for children in care.
• Support the Head of Achievement for CiC in driving forward cultural, workforce and other changes necessary to ensure services cohere around children and young people's needs and secure improved outcomes.
• Contribute to the work of the Children in Care Council to ensure young people's views are listened to and participate in opportunities for children in care to contribute to the planning and delivery of services.
• Specific individual and shared targets and objectives are defined annually within the performance management framework.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• Educated to RQF level 3 (A level) or equivalent by experience with recent learning and development in relation to new initiatives and the needs of children in care.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and expert knowledge of legislation, regulations and guidance that relate to education, attendance and exclusion and how it relates to children in care.
• Proven knowledge and successful experience of casework management in the area of attendance, access and removing barriers to education.
• Successful evidence-based experience of undertaking casework to improve and resolve educational issues through a solution focused approach.
• A sound understanding and knowledge of legislation, regulations and guidance that relates to education, attendance and exclusion and how it relates to children in care.
• Ability to work in partnership with school managers advocating for CiC, providing advice, support or challenge, whilst maintaining a positive working relationship.
• Evidence of working with school managers and governors on establishing and monitoring school improvement plans, including target setting and identifying improvement strategies for individual or groups of children.
• Extensive experience of interagency working to achieve best outcomes for children in care.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding issues and the SET procedures.

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Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex?

As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents, we're committed to transformational change and delivering better quality at lower cost. Recognised in the top three of the latest IMPOWER index for productivity, we ensure everyone matters in Everyone's Essex . With flexible working options and a focus on innovation, whether you are looking to develop your career or contribute to the local community, Essex is the ideal place for you.

In February 2025, Greater Essex was accepted onto the Government's devolution priority programme, which will see local authorities in Essex work towards establishing a Mayoral Combined County Authority by May 2026. You can read more about devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR ) on our careers site.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process. We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

Once you've secured your role within Essex County Council you will receive many great employee benefits, including support for unpaid carers and flexible working arrangements to accommodate their needs.

At Essex County Council, we value integrity and ethical behaviour. We kindly ask that you embrace our code of conduct and the Nolan principles , including throughout the recruitment process. Your commitment to these standards helps us maintain a positive and respectful workplace for everyone.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

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Inclusion Support Practitioner
Location: Northampton
Start date: ASAP – Ongoing
Salary: £15 per hour
Hours: Flexible, term-time with additional duties

An inclusive and forward-looking primary school is seeking an Inclusion Support Practitioner to join their team. You will plan and deliver lessons, lead small group work, and cover classes when needed. Your work will support pupils with diverse needs, fostering emotional wellbeing and inclusion. You’ll also collaborate with the SENDCo, contribute to intervention planning, and support the school’s inclusive values.

You will need:

• Proven experience working in a UK school setting

• Ability to teach small groups and cover lessons

• Skills in planning differentiated learning

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Commitment to inclusion and children’s welfare

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
· Social and networking events.
· Pension contributions.
· CPD to help with your professional development.
· Access to a dedicated consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are an experienced Inclusion Support Practitioner ready to join a supportive and inclusive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)

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Inclusion Support Practitioner
Location: Northampton
Start date: ASAP – Ongoing
Salary: £15 per hour
Hours: Flexible, term-time with additional duties

An inclusive and forward-looking primary school is seeking an Inclusion Support Practitioner to join their team. You will plan and deliver lessons, lead small group work, and cover classes when needed. Your work will support pupils with diverse needs, fostering emotional wellbeing and inclusion. You’ll also collaborate with the SENDCo, contribute to intervention planning, and support the school’s inclusive values.

You will need:

• Proven experience working in a UK school setting

• Ability to teach small groups and cover lessons

• Skills in planning differentiated learning

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Commitment to inclusion and children’s welfare

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

· Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
· Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
· Social and networking events.
· Pension contributions.
· CPD to help with your professional development.
· Access to a dedicated consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are an experienced Inclusion Support Practitioner ready to join a supportive and inclusive school environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)

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The HR Officer will support the Human Resources department by managing and optimising HRIS systems, ensuring accurate data management and reporting. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of HR systems within the insurance industry and a passion for process improvement.

Client Details

The company is a well-established organisation within the Financial Services industry, known for its robust operations and professional environment. As part of a medium-sized team in London, the company focuses on delivering efficient services to its clients while fostering a structured and collaborative workplace.

Description

Key responsibilities will include:

• Oversee the day-to-day management and maintenance of the HRIS systems.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across all HR platforms.
• Generate and analyse HR reports to support decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with the Human Resources team to optimise system functionalities.
• Provide technical support and training to HR staff on system usage.
• Assist in implementing system upgrades and new features as required.
• Maintain compliance with data protection regulations and company policies.
• Support general HR administrative tasks as needed.

Profile

A successful HR Officer should have:

• Previous experience implementing the HRIS system workday within the insurance industry.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in HR data reporting and analysis.
• Knowledge of data protection regulations and compliance requirements.
• A methodical approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

• Fixed-term contract with potential for further opportunities.
• Professional work environment in the heart of London.
• Exposure to HRIS system upgrades and process enhancements.
• Opportunity to contribute to a well-established insurance organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR Officer - HRIS to grow their career in the Human Resources department of a reputable company. If this sounds like the right role for you, we encourage you to apply today.

Are you an experienced HR Officer/Advisor looking for your next role?

If so, you may be interested in this generalist HR position, located near Didcot in South Oxfordshire.

The role is being offered on a temporary basis. You will be working alongside Senior Managers in the business and will be pivotal in delivering an efficient HR service.

Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis. This role will start quickly, so sadly candidates with a lengthy notice period cannot be considered.

Temporary HR Officer Responsibilities

Some of your duties will include:

• Handling a range of HR operational tasks; administration, employee relations queries, policies and procedures
• Managing end to end recruitment
• Onboarding and offboarding; document checks and amending contracts
• Offering support to line managers on a range of casework topics
• Assisting in the appraisal cycle
• Updating all HR records and systems accurately
• Payroll administration, ordering supplies and providing cover as needed in other areas of the business

Temporary HR Officer Rewards

Alongside a competitive hourly rate, the successful candidate will receive the following benefits:

• Holiday pay
• Valuable experience in a highly regarded organisation

The Company

This company operates within the manufacturing industry and prides itself in the goods they provide.

As the Temporary HR Officer, you will join a supportive and friendly working environment.

Temporary HR Officer Requirements

• Requiring a true HR generalist, as the Temporary HR Officer you will have previous HR experience at a similar level and will hold a CIPD qualification
• You must have experience leading on casework, and will be comfortable dealing with absence management, disciplinaries and grievances
• It will be essential that you have covered recruitment at all levels
• You should have experience within a small/medium sized enterprise and must be adaptable to change
• You must be an excellent communicator, with the ability to work confidentiality with a range of staff members at different levels

Location

Our client is based near Didcot; there is onsite parking available.

Apply today, either online or directly to:

Hannah Bush | Allen Associates | (url removed)

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