Assistant SENCO

Thomas Middlecott Academy is now recruiting for an Assistant SENCO. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About our Academy

Here at Thomas Middlecott Academy, we pursue excellence for our students in all areas of school life and are driven by our four values: ambition, aspirations, courage, and respect.

We believe that all students have an entitlement to an ambitious academic curriculum, which places value on the acquisition of powerful knowledge.

At Thomas Middlecott Academy we have high expectations for everyone. Our warm: strict approach to culture means that staff and students can develop positive relationships in an environment that is underpinned by mutual respect. This not only ensures our classrooms are places of learning, but also enables our students to develop effective habits of success so that they can fulfil any personal or professional aspiration they may have beyond Year 11.

About the role

• Plan, prepare and deliver specified learning activities to individuals, small groups and/or classes modifying and adapting activities as necessary under the direction and supervision of a teacher
• Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment
• Liaise with staff and other relevant professionals and provide information about pupils as appropriate
• Use teaching and learning objectives to plan, evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans as appropriate within agreed systems of supervision
• Assess the needs of pupils and use knowledge and specialist skills to support pupils’ learning
• Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate
• Develop and implement Individual Development Plans for pupils (such as Individual Educational Plans), including attendance at, and contribution to, reviews
• Support the role of parents / carers in pupils’ learning and contribute to meetings with parents / carers to provide constructive feedback on pupil progress/achievement etc.
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures
• Ensure the effective teaching of classes and individuals, so that teaching objectives are met and best use is made of available teaching time.
• Establish and maintain a purposeful working atmosphere.
• Set high expectations of students’ behaviour through well-focused teaching and consistent application of the Behaviour Policy and other Academy systems.
• Establish a safe environment, which supports learning and in which students feel secure and confident.

37 hours a week 39 weeks a year. Permanent.

Who we are looking for

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience of general clerical/ administrative work
• Knowledge at NVQ level 3 plus additional knowledge in specialist area; working at or towards professional standards for HLTA.
• Ability and willingness to identify own training needs and participate in training.
• An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to relate well to children. 
• QTS - desirable

Salary & Benefits

• NJC15, £27,803.00 FTE, £24,421.55 pro rata per annum,
• Access Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• discounts on car leasing
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

 About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please use the ‘apply here’ button.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.