Assistant SENCO

Kettlethorpe High School; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Assistant SENCO to join their innovative SEND team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to transforming educational spaces and supporting students with special educational needs. As part of a newly formed team under visionary leadership, you will assist in providing high-quality learning support and ensuring all pupils achieve their potential. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in special educational needs and learning support.
• Ability to manage resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SENDCO in fulfilling statutory duties.
• Lead a team of LSAs to manage special educational needs provision.

Skills

SEND experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant degree or qualification in education

Job description

Kettlethorpe High School is the last local authority-maintained high school in Wakefield. We’re also the first when it comes to innovation, as we want to deliver a 21st-century education where imaginative teaching creates synergy alongside cutting-edge technology. That is why we are putting a brand-new team together under an ambitious, visionary new Headteacher. It is also why we want you to be our Assistant SENCO. This is an exciting time to join our SEND team as we have recently been successful in a bid for additional funding, which will help us to transform our current SEND spaces in school.

We are seeking to appoint a hardworking, dynamic individual to assist the SENDCO in fulfilling the school’s statutory SENDCO duties and to assist with leading a team of LSAs in managing the provision of special educational needs and learning support within the school, the effective use of resources, and maintaining high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils.

To be successful, you will be highly organised with SEND experience. Passionate about supporting pupils to be successful in their education and personal development, you will be a good communicator and a proactive team member.

Closing date: Noon on Friday 16 May 2025.

Kettlethorpe High School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding our pupils and expect all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. Any successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.