Assistant SENCO – Higher Level Teaching Assistant

SEEL ROAD, HUYTON, MERSEYSIDE, L36 6DG

Headteacher – Miss V Gowan

In response to increasing pupil numbers, Lord Derby Academy is seeking to appoint an inspirational individual who demonstrates a passion for supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs/Disabilities (SEND).

Assistant SENCO – Higher Level Teaching Assistant 

Start Date: As soon as possible

Hours: 36 hours per week / Term time plus 5 INSET days

Salary: Grade H (23 – 25) £33,366.00 - £35,235.00 per annum

(£29,516.07 - £31,169.42 per annum pro rata), Plus SEND Allowance - £2,500.00

This is a newly created position to further enhance the dedicated SEND leadership Team at LDA.

Lord Derby Academy is part of the Dean Trust, which has a number of very high performing schools and a proven track record of sustained improvement. The Dean Trust’s vision of “Believe, Achieve, Succeed” has been embraced by all of the schools in The Dean Trust.

We are delighted to the provide the opportunity to join a highly motivated team at Lord Derby Academy, where:

·        ‘Staff are immensely proud to work at this school. They appreciate the consideration that leaders have for their workload and well-being’ (Ofsted 2023)

·        ‘Leaders are aspirational for pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities’ (Ofsted 2023)

·        ‘Pupils are respectful and attentive to staff’ (Ofsted 2023)

·        Equality for all is valued – LDA holds the Inclusion Quality Mark, Centre of Excellence with Flagship status

Method of Application

To apply, please visit our careers website careers.thedeantrust.co.uk or for further information please contact Mrs N Brady (HR Assistant) on 0151 477 8860 or email recruitment@lordderbyacademy.co.uk 

Deadline for applications – Monday 3rd March 2025 12noon

Interview Date – To be confirmed

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply

 We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.

The Dean 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 post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check