New Mills School is a thriving and ambitious 11-16 community school in the High Peak, close to the stunning Peak District National Park, yet within easy reach of Stockport, Cheshire and Manchester.
This is an exciting time to join our school. Following a strong set of GCSE results this summer, with particularly positive outcomes across our core subjects and a range of curriculum areas, we have begun the new academic year with confidence, ambition and a clear focus on continuing to improve. Our most recent Ofsted inspection judged New Mills School to be Good in all areas, recognising our ambitious curriculum, calm and positive school environment and inclusive approach.
New Mills School is a warm and welcoming place with high expectations, a strong sense of community and a genuine commitment to ensuring that every student can succeed and belong. Our values - Think Big, Do the Right Thing and Team Spirit - underpin everything we do, alongside our simple message to students: Be here, learn well, belong.
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic, compassionate and highly motivated Intervention Practitioner to join our Inclusion Team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about helping young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Our 360 Inclusion provision is developing around earlier intervention, strong relationships and successful reintegration, helping students to remain connected to school and experience success in mainstream education. Working under the direction of the Assistant SENDCo, you will provide targeted intervention, mentoring and personalised support for students with identified additional needs. You will plan, deliver and evaluate evidence-informed interventions, helping students develop the confidence, resilience, independence and strategies they need to access learning successfully.
This is a highly student-facing role and would suit someone with experience of working with young people, particularly those with SEND, social, emotional and mental health needs, communication needs or other barriers to learning. Depending on the needs of students, interventions may focus on areas such as emotional regulation, social communication, behaviour for learning, confidence, independence or life skills.
You will work closely with teachers, families and other professionals, and support students to transfer the strategies developed through intervention back into lessons and wider school life. Above all, we are looking for someone who believes in young people and combines warmth, patience and compassion with high expectations. You will be able to build positive and trusting relationships while maintaining clear professional boundaries, remain calm and resilient when students are finding things difficult, and work collaboratively as part of a wider Inclusion Team. You will also be reflective and keen to develop specialist expertise so that the support we provide makes a demonstrable difference.
The working hours are 37 per week, term time only.
Closing date is Friday 9 October 2026 no later than 8am
Interviews Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and suitable candidates may be invited to interview before the closing date.
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Intervention Practitioner employer: New Mills School
New Mills School is an exceptional employer that values the contributions of every staff member in creating a positive and supportive environment for students. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, professional development, and a welcoming culture, our school offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Located in a vibrant community, we provide flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those who are passionate about education and student welfare.
