Assistant SENCO Job Vacancy in Tunbridge Wells

TEEM Education; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

A secondary school in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a part-time Assistant SENCO to support their Special Educational Needs Coordinator in delivering high-quality provision. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations in the Hub, supporting SEND students, mentoring LSAs, and ensuring adherence to safeguarding standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in education and a strong commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience working with special educational needs students.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and welfare policies.
• Ability to manage and lead support staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Hub and Inclusion rooms' operations.
• Support the planning of SEND interventions.
• Mentor and induct Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).

Skills

Supporting students' inclusion

Data analysis for SEND

Mentoring staff

Safeguarding practices

Job description

Assistant SENCO – Tunbridge Wells

Contract: Part-time, Permanent (32.5 hours)
Start date: ASAP
Salary: Kent Scale F – FTE £30,404 – Actual £23,488.39 (39 weeks)

A secondary school in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a part-time Assistant SENCO to support the SENCO in delivering high-quality SEND provision. You will help implement strategies to meet a range of needs, promote inclusivity and ensure every student receives the support they need.

Purpose of the Role

• Manage the day-to-day running of the Hub and Inclusion rooms
• Support SENCO, teaching staff and LSAs to raise achievement of SEND students
• Support students’ inclusion, independence and wellbeing
• Contribute to safeguarding and student welfare

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Data

• Assist with planning and preparing interventions
• Collate and analyse SEND progress data in core subjects
• Prepare resources and plans for SEND interventions
• Support planning for students not following the full curriculum

SEND Operations

• Support the daily operation of the SEND team
• Share line management of LSAs and support timetabling
• Maintain and update SEND register under SENCO direction
• Summarise EHCPs and ensure staff are informed of changes
• Assist with Access Arrangements administration (training provided)
• Assist with screening and referral processes

Transition & Records

• Support SEND transition arrangements and student observationsMaintain SEND and transition records
• Create and review risk assessments and intervention evidence

Interventions

• Monitor and evaluate intervention data and impact
• Modify resources for SEND students
• Support assessment and progress tracking

Staff Support & Development

• Help recruit, induct and supervise LSAs
• Mentor LSAs and deliver training alongside SENCO
• Help develop behaviour support plans

Pastoral & Behaviour

• Maintain behaviour and safeguarding standards in the Hub
• Promote wellbeing and pastoral support
• Uphold school policies on behaviour, inclusion and safeguarding

Other Duties

• Attend relevant meetings and training
• Support duties as required by SENCO/SLT/Headteacher
• Use IT systems effectively to fulfil responsibilities

The establishment is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

For this role you need to be a UK resident and eligible to work in the UK.