Assistant SENCO

Teach Now; Watford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is advertising an Assistant SENCO position at a secondary school in Watford, Hertfordshire. The role works alongside the SENCO to strengthen inclusive teaching and enable students with SEND to access the curriculum confidently, developing leadership in SEND provision.

You will identify needs, coordinate interventions and monitor impact, maintain documentation and contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan reviews.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status or a recognised teaching qualification with eligibility to teach in England.
• Experience supporting secondary students with SEND.
• Working knowledge of SEND provision and the graduated approach to support.
• Experience collaborating with teachers, families or external professionals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to statutory SEND documentation.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCO in planning, delivering and reviewing SEND provision.
• Help teachers identify needs and adapt classroom support.
• Coordinate interventions and monitor student progress.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan reviews and related documentation.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Share practical SEND guidance with staff across the school.

Skills

Qualified Teacher Status

SEND support

Collaboration

Documentation

Safeguarding

Education

QTS or eligible to teach in England

Tools

DBS clearance

Job description

Position: Assistant SENCO

Contract Type: Full-time or part-time, permanent

Start Date: ASAP start

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, UK

Salary: £35,602 (M1)–£54,328 (UPS3) per annum, London Fringe pay scale

Salary depends on experience and pay scale position. The maximum applies to candidates with substantial teaching experience equivalent to UPS3.

Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday, term time only

Contact: Danna Crous | (url removed)

About the Role

Develop your SEND leadership experience as an Assistant SENCO at a secondary school in Watford. Working alongside the SENCO, you will strengthen inclusive teaching and help students with SEND access the curriculum confidently.

You will identify needs, coordinate interventions and monitor their impact, working closely with teachers, families and external professionals. Your responsibilities will include contributing to Education, Health and Care Plan reviews, maintaining clear documentation and helping colleagues adapt classroom support.

With a supportive ethos and experienced leadership team, the school offers an opportunity to contribute to consistent SEND provision while developing your skills as an Assistant SENCO.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status, or a recognised teaching qualification with eligibility to teach in England.
• Experience supporting secondary students with SEND.
• Working knowledge of SEND provision and the graduated approach to support.
• Experience collaborating with teachers, families or external professionals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to statutory SEND documentation.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the SENCO in planning, delivering and reviewing SEND provision.
• Help teachers identify needs and adapt classroom support.
• Coordinate interventions and monitor student progress.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan reviews and related documentation.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Share practical SEND guidance with staff across the school.

The Ideal Candidate

You will bring a thoughtful, student-centred approach, building positive relationships with students, colleagues and families. Clear communication, sound judgement and strong organisational skills will help you prioritise support and review its impact. Attention to detail and enthusiasm for developing as an Assistant SENCO are essential.

We promote equality, challenge discrimination and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.

All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance.