Assistant SENCo

Teaching Vacancies; Leominster; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigmore School in Herefordshire seeks an enthusiastic Assistant SENCo from 2nd November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter to join a federation of dynamic, high achieving cross-phase schools. You would be part of a friendly team in a well-resourced, popular and highly regarded school.

This role would suit an HLTA, TA, Teacher or Administrator who is used to dealing with a wide range of SEND issues and who is keen to broaden their experience.

Qualifications

• GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or equivalent or better (AF, I)
• NASENCO or NPQSEN qualification (AF, I)
• Experience in a school environment or akin roles is desirable (AF, I)

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCo in provision for SEND and inclusion
• Assist with annual reviews, access arrangements, policies and reports
• Develop and deploy high quality learning resources under the teacher's direction

Skills

Team player

Communication with pupils/parents

Flexible approach

Organised

ICT competent

Calm but authoritative

Reliability

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

GCSE English Language Grade 4 or equivalent

NASENCO or NPQSEN qualification

Tools

ICT

Job description

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

15/10/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant SENCo from 2nd November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

You would be working in a unique federation of dynamic, high achieving cross-phase schools.

You would be part of a friendly team in a well-resourced, popular and highly regarded school.

This role would suit an HLTA, TA, Teacher or Administrator who is used to dealing with a wide range of SEND issues and who is keen to broaden their experience.

The role would involve working alongside pupils and staff in lessons, to support planning, developing and quality assuring adapted provision as well as assisting the SENCo in all aspects of provision including inclusion, annual reviews, access arrangements, policies and reports, acquisition and deployment of resources and keeping staff up to date with guidance regarding SEND issues.

The applicant must be organised, have a natural rapport with children and great attention to detail.

Training to become a qualified SENCo is available to the successful candidate.

Qualifications ESSENTIAL

• First Aid qualification or willingness to work towards it (AF, I)
• Willingness to undertake further training, as appropriate (AF, I)
• GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or equivalent or better (AF, I) DESIRABLE
• NASENCO or NPQSEN qualification Experience ESSENTIAL
• Experience of working in a school environment, perhaps as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant or Level 1 SEN Teaching Assistant in a mainstream school (or equivalent) (AF, I), or as a teacher DESIRABLE
• Experience of working alongside a SENCo (AF, I)
• Experience of working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (AF, I)
• Experience of working with parents and other professionals related to the provision of SEND (AF, I)
• Experience of delivering other aspects of SEND support, such as speech and language therapy (AF, I) Knowledge and Understanding ESSENTIAL
• Knowledge of the roles of TAs and HLTAs in Schools (AF, I) DESIRABLE
• Knowledge of the Code of Practice for SEND students (AF, I)
• Knowledge of access arrangements relevant to SEND students (AF, I) Abilities and Skills ESSENTIAL
• Good team worker (AF, I)
• The ability and willingness to work flexibly within the school (AF, I)
• A calm but authoritative manner with pupils (AF, I)
• The ability to relate well to pupils, parents and staff (AF, I)
• The ability to develop high quality learning resources, under the direction of the teacher (AF, I)
• The ability to accurately record and report on pupils’ progress (AF, I)
• The ability to follow and apply the teacher’s instructions and clearly explain these to pupils (AF, I) DESIRABLE
• Competent user of ICT (AF, I)
• Resilient (I, R)
• Reliable (I, R)
• Trustworthy (I, R)
• Dedicated (I, R)
• Loyal (I, R)
• Good sense of humour (I, R)
• High expectations of self and others (I, R) Other Factors ESSENTIAL
• Commitment to working with young people (I)
• Willingness to work in support of the inclusive ethos of the school (I)
• Willingness and ability to attend training days that are over and above the contractual employment, which will be paid (I)
• A commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupils (I, R)
• A commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupils (I, R)
• A belief in working in partnership and as part of an established team (I, R)
• A commitment to continuous professional development (I, R)
• A willingness to reflect upon experiences in a critical and constructive manner (I, R)
• Police clearance (DBS check) Evidence Key: (AF)
• Application Form (I)
• Interview (R)
• References What the school offers its staff An opportunity to work in a school in beautiful rural Herefordshire close to the Welsh borders.

An opportunity to work in a popular, successful and well-regarded oversubscribed school.

A school with outstanding commitment to staff development and wellbeing A well-resourced department A friendly, supportive environment where every individual is valued.

An absolute focus on high-quality teaching and learning An extensive range of extracurricular activities (sports, trips, clubs) in addition to academic learning A small school with a ‘family’ feel Commitment to safeguarding Wigmore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful candidate must receive a satisfactory enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.