Assistant SENCO

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Salary: Grade 5 (points 15-22) pro rata 

(FTE £30024 - £33,699) 

Contract: Permanent, 37 hrs / week, Term Time Only 

Start Date: Easter 2026, or as soon as possible 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Learning Support Team as an Assistant SENCO. We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and committed individual to support the strategic and operational leadership of SEND across the Academy. You will work closely with the SENCO to ensure pupils with SEND, including those with EHCPs, emerging needs, complex profiles, EAL and other vulnerable groups, receive high‑quality support that enables them to thrive. 

What the role involves: 

• Support the SENCO in leading and coordinating high‑quality SEND provision across the Academy. 

• Assist with the identification of pupils with SEND and maintain accurate records, registers and provision  maps. 

• Contribute to needs‑based assessments, personalised plans, pupil passports and targeted interventions. 

• Support progress tracking and intervention evaluation, including SEND data analysis and reports. 

• Liaise with teachers to ensure adaptive teaching is embedded and pupils’ needs are understood. 

• Provide guidance to colleagues and contribute to effective team practice. 

• Attend review meetings, multi‑agency meetings and parent consultations, preparing necessary paperwork. 

• Support EHCP processes, referrals, and High Needs Funding applications. 

• Build positive relationships with parents and act as a key point of liaison. 

• Work collaboratively with external agencies to secure specialist support where appropriate. 

• Support transition planning for pupils joining mid‑year or across key phases. 

• Assist in the development and management of SEND resources. 

An access arrangement assessor qualification (Level 7) would be an advantage but is not essential. An additional allowance could be available for the right candidate with the appropriate qualification. 

What we’re looking for: 

• Experience working with SEND pupils in a school setting (essential). 

• Understanding of SEND processes, the Code of Practice and graduated approaches. 

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

• A solution‑focused mindset and commitment to inclusive education. 

• Ability to work collaboratively and independently. 

Join Us 

We offer a warm, supportive and highly collaborative inclusion team, alongside high‑quality CPD tailored to developing SEND leadership. You will benefit from coaching and mentoring from an experienced SENCO, as well as opportunities to contribute meaningfully to whole‑school improvement. Our strong partnerships with feeder schools and external specialists further enrich the professional environment and ensure you are well‑supported in delivering excellent provision for pupils with SEND. 

We are extremely proud of our school and warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit us. Those who do often leave inspired by our welcoming community, supportive environment, and commitment to excellence. We also invite you to explore our Strategic Plan on our Information for Candidates page to see how we continue to thrive as a stand-alone academy, using our independence to drive innovation and success. 

Safeguarding & Recruitment 

The Academy is committed to equality of experience for all staff and students.  We operate safer recruitment, robust child protection procedures and require evidence of DBS clearance for all employees. Checks will also be made with previous employers. Please read our Information for Candidates for additional information 

How to apply: 

Please submit your application by the closing date. For any application assistance please contact HR Assistant Jackie Hall at hallj@elizabethan.notts.sch.uk or 01777 713700. 

Closing date: 9am, Thursday 12th March 2026 

Interviews: Monday 16th March 2026 

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