Assistant Senco

The Thomas Aveling School; Borstal; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Borstal is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant SENCO to support the SEND Team. The role involves working closely with students and their families, ensuring the best outcomes for children with special educational needs. A passion for student wellbeing and strong communication skills are essential. A supportive induction program and a caring community await the right candidate.

Benefits

Supportive induction programme

Caring community

Motivated children to teach

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of secondary special educational needs.
• Knowledge of barriers faced by SEND students.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for children.

Responsibilities

• Support the SEND Team and work closely with students and families.
• Assist in managing and supporting students in school.
• Collaborate with external agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Planning skills

ICT skills

Job description

The Thomas Aveling School is an amazing school to work in with supportive and visible leaders and a fantastic team spirit – we are a happy school! “Staff have confidence in their leaders. They feel their workload is manageable through sharing resources and working cooperatively. They are proud to be a member of staff” Ofsted, Sept 22. You will meet well-behaved and motivated children who enjoy learning and make great progress. We are a popular and over‑subscribed school, being first choice for many families. “Pupils and students say that they are happy, and they feel safe. They say that staff care about them and help them to do their best” – Ofsted, Sept 22 This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, patient, caring and highly motivated professional to join our SEND Team.

Responsibilities

Assistant SENCO is a key position providing support to our SEND Team and involves working closely with students and their families, supporting students in school and working with external agencies. Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory “Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check”.

Qualifications

• be passionate about improving the outcomes for children and will have:
• A strong understanding of secondary special educational needs and the issues which affect our students' wellbeing
• Knowledge and understanding of the barriers faced by SEND students
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and planning skills
• Excellent ICT skills

Benefits

• A supportive induction programme
• Happy, motivated children to teach
• A happy and caring community