Inclusion Lead / Early Years Teacher - Norcot Early Years Centre


Company:	Reading Borough Council
Salary:	£19,749 to £30,628 a year
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Reading, RG30 6UB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	14 Oct 2026

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Summary

Permanent, 0.6 FTE - Salary: M1 – UPS 3 plus additional SEND allowance - Required to start: January 2027

Are you passionate about early years education and championing inclusion for all children? Norcot Early Years Centre- nursery school is seeking an inspiring and dedicated Early Years Teacher/Inclusion Lead to join our supportive and committed team.

As part of our team, you will:

Lead on strategic development of key inclusion policies, including Accessibility; SEND; Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Behaviour

Teach in our vibrant EYFS setting, delivering high-quality, inclusive learning experiences

Lead our LA-commissioned inclusion base and line manage support staff

Provide professional guidance and lead CPD for staff on SEND and inclusion and behaviour

Work closely with external agencies to support our children and families

Act as Designated Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding

We offer:

A supportive Senior Leadership Team and governing body

Working in partnership with a highly experienced SENDCo assistant

A strong commitment to professional development and high-quality CPD

Opportunities to shape and further develop inclusive practice across the nursery school

A nurturing, inclusive school community, with a focus on equality and diversity

External support from Local Authority EY SEND team, RISE team, health and social care team

Paid wellbeing day (one day per year for full-time staff, pro-rata for part-time staff)

Staff discount if your child attends Norcot Early Years Centre on working days

Teacher pension

Various Reading Borough Council staff benefits – please see website for more details

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