Assistant SENCO

Leighacademiestrust; Dartford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Virtual GP service

MAT network

LAT benefits

Job summary

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, part of Leigh Academies Trust, is seeking an Assistant SENCO to support pupils with SEN and work with the SENCO to promote an inclusive curriculum and high standards of learning.

You will manage resources, develop curriculum materials, coordinate intervention groups, support staff training, and help learners access exams. A collaborative MAT network and LAT benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SEN provision and inclusive teaching strategies.
• Ability to coordinate resources and support strategies.
• Experience working in, or with, a school SEN team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SENCO in leading SEN provision within school.
• Manage resources for Special Needs and Learning Support.
• Develop curriculum resources to support SEN pupils.
• Support an inclusive curriculum and intervention groups.
• Coordinate access arrangements for pupils during exams.

Skills

SEN knowledge

Teamwork

Organization

Communication

Job description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.

We have an exciting opportunity to appoint an Assistant SENCO in a non-teaching capacity to assist in managing the provision for pupils identified as having Special Educational Needs (SEN). The overarching purpose of this role is to promote high quality teaching, effective use of resources, and high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, flexible, well organised and able to work as part of a team as well as having the ability to work alone when required. This role is ideal for candidates currently working in a classroom support position, keen to progress within the SEN remit and take on more responsibility.

Key responsibilities include;

• To assist the SENCO in leading the provision for SEN within school.


• To manage appropriate resources for Special Needs and Learning Support and ensure that they are used efficiently, effectively and safely.


• To develop curriculum resources to ensure that pupils identified as having SEN have the required levels of support.


• To support the SENCO in managing an inclusive curriculum.


• Within the context of the academy’s aims and policies, to work with the SENCO to develop and implement intervention groups and support.


• To provide all those with involvement in Special Needs and Learning Support the support, challenge, information and development necessary to sustain motivation and secure improvement in learning.


• To support learning of students as allocated by the SENCO and in coordination with Directors of Learning.


• To manage and maintain provision maps.


• Coordinate access arrangements for pupils during all necessary exams.

Working with us at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy

Welcome to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, where our small school model ensures every student receives the personal support and challenge they need to succeed. As the flagship academy of Leigh Academies Trust, our inspirational building features modern technology and excellent facilities, creating an ideal environment for learning. We're proud to be an IB World School, offering the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme to students in Years 7-9, as well as the International Baccalaureate Careers Pathway, A-Levels, and BTECs in Key Stage 5. Our commitment to student well‑being is demonstrated by our status as the first school in the UK to be awarded The Healthy Minds School kite mark, reflecting our dedication to the personal development of both students and staff.

Our motto, "Opening minds to Success," guides our mission to foster a community where students are happy, resilient, and prepared for their futures, both academically and socially. We work in close partnership with parents and carers to ensure all students are given every opportunity to thrive. Our dedicated leadership team is committed to making Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy a great place to work, supporting staff at every stage of their careers with access to NPQ courses and other professional development opportunities. We invite you to visit our website to learn more about our inspiring, challenging, and supportive community.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves regulated activity relevant to children, and it is a criminal offence for anyone barred from engaging in regulated activity with children to apply for this position.
We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates, and you can read more about our approach on our Careers site. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role, regardless of any protected characteristics, which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices, and not discriminating on any grounds.