Assistant SENCo

TeacherActive Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking an Assistant SENDCo for a Birmingham school committed to academic excellence and inclusion. This permanent, full-time role runs on a term-time basis for 39 weeks per year to support SEND provision leadership and EHCP reviews.

You will work with the Inclusion Team to deliver daily SEND and inclusion arrangements and assist with line management of Teaching Support Staff, with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities.
• Knowledge and experience of EHCPs and contributing to reviews
• Strong understanding of current SEND policy and practice

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership and management of SEND provision.
• Assist with daily SEND and inclusion arrangements.
• Undertake EHCP reviews and revisions.
• Share responsibility for the line management of Teaching Support Assistants.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Collaboration

Education

SEND provision knowledge

QTS not essential

Job description

Do you have experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities?

Are you confident working with EHCPs and current SEND policy and practice?

Are you a resourceful and organised individual who can help lead an effective SEND and inclusion provision?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a Birmingham school committed to academic excellence, character education and providing pupils with the support they need to achieve the best possible outcomes. The successful Assistant SENDCo will join a collaborative and dedicated Inclusion Team within a school that places significant emphasis on professional development.

The school is looking to appoint an Assistant SENDCo on a permanent, full-time, term-time basis for 39 weeks per year. The Assistant SENDCo will support the leadership and management of SEND provision, assist with daily SEND and inclusion arrangements, undertake EHCP reviews and share responsibility for the line management of Teaching Support Assistants.

The successful Assistant SENDCo will have:

• Relevant qualifications and knowledge appropriate to working within SEND provision, with QTS not essential
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities
• Knowledge and experience of EHCPs, including contributing to reviews and revisions
• A strong understanding of current SEND policy and practiceThe ability to support and provide guidance to Teaching Support Assistants
• Excellent communication, organisation and collaborative working skills

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• Continued professional development, including additional training days to enhance your knowledge and skills
• 3 days per year dedicated to your own research
• Involvement in an exciting timetabled enrichment programme
• Access to resources, research and expertise through the school's partnership with the University of Birmingham
• Opportunities to work flexibly
• The support of a collaborative and dedicated Inclusion Team

EMAIL:

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CONTACT NUMBER: 0121 200 3224

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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