Aspiring SENCo Assistant — SEND Support

Wigmore School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigmore School in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant SENCo to join from 2 November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. You would be part of a friendly team in a well-resourced school, supporting pupils with SEND and assisting the SENCo in inclusion, annual reviews, access arrangements, and resource deployment.

The role suits a HLTA, TA, Teacher or Administrator with school SEND experience who can work with staff to ensure high quality provision and compliance with guidance;

Qualifications

• Experience in a school environment in a TA or teacher role.
• Knowledge of the Code of Practice for SEND desirable.
• Willingness to attend training days beyond the contractual requirements.
• Commitment to working with young people and to inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCo in inclusion, annual reviews, access arrangements and policy development.
• Assist in acquisition and deployment of resources and in staff training on SEND guidance.
• Prepare and quality assure adapted provision and reports.
• Keep staff up to date with guidance regarding SEND issues and practice.

Skills

Good team worker

Calm but authoritative

Relate to pupils, parents and staff

Develop learning resources

Record and report progress

Follow teacher instructions

Flexible within school

Education

Certificate in Learning Support

First Aid qualification

Willingness to undertake further training

GCSE English Language Grade 4+

Job description

Wigmore School in Birmingham is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant SENCo to join from 2 November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. You would be part of a friendly team in a well-resourced school, supporting pupils with SEND and assisting the SENCo in inclusion, annual reviews, access arrangements, and resource deployment.

The role suits a HLTA, TA, Teacher or Administrator with school SEND experience who can work with staff to ensure high quality provision and compliance with guidance;