Assistant SENCO - (Wickham Park SEN School - Bromley)

Horizon Care Ltd; Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Care Ltd is seeking an inspirational SENCO Assistant for Wickham Park School in Bromley. You will support the SENCO and SLT in delivering high-quality education for pupils with SEND, across ages 5-19, focusing on SEMH, SLCN, and autism.

The role emphasizes day-to-day provision, staff INSET, collaboration with therapeutic and teaching teams, and a commitment to safeguarding and inclusivity. QTS is preferred, and relocation support may be available; closing date is 8 October 2026.

Qualifications

• QTS preferable for role and SEN experience.
• Experience working with local authorities.
• Passion for ensuring all pupils succeed.
• Ability to work in a supportive staff team.
• Understanding SEMH education and related needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist SENCO in daily educational provision.
• Support staff development including INSET.
• Observe students daily and report progress.
• Collaborate with SLT and senior management.
• Contribute to bespoke learning plans for pupils.

Skills

SEND Code of Practice

SEMH Education

SEN Provision Experience

Team Collaboration

Education

QTS preferable

Job description

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Assistant SENCO - (Wickham Park SEN School - Bromley)

Job Reference horizoncare/TP/887/1360

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full Time

Working Hours:

37..50

Location:

Bromley

Closing Date:

08/10/2026

Job Category:

Education

Region / Division:

South

Business Unit:

Education

Job Introduction

Want to work for a company with great values? Are you compassionate? Inspiring? Dependable? Collaborative? Then we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an inspirational SENCO Assistant to assist the Senior Leadership team at our Wickham Park School based in Bromley

Wickham Park School is a brand-new SEN school in the heart of Bromley, South London. Set across three buildings, the school provides exceptional, modern learning facilities for up to 70 pupils aged 5-19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) and Autism.

Wickham Park School's site has an inspiring collection of warm, nurturing classrooms; a vibrant and fully resourced library; a specialist teaching kitchen; a creative art studio; and a suite of dedicated therapeutic and co-regulation spaces designed to support a rich diversity of needs.

As a SENCO assistant you will primarily be assisting the SENCO in managing the day to day educational provision for the students who have a variety of SEND needs, you will be tasked with supporting the professional development of the staff team including the INSET provision.

QTS i preferable for this role and experience within a SEN provision.

You will observe individual students on a daily basis all the while working with the school therapy team to deliver targeted interventions and support.

Your role will include a high degree of collaborative working alongside the existing SLT, teaching staff and senior educational management team.

Our broad but balanced curriculum is specifically designed to meet the unique learning styles and needs of each student.With bespoke learning plans and a supportive therapeutic environment, we're committed to ensuring every child receives the support they require to succeed.

If you are interested in this job role but feel it is too far away, please enquire regarding our flexible travel options and Relocation assistance.

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.

The successful applicants will need:

• Make a valuable contribution to the offering that young people receive at the school as part of the provision of high-quality teaching and learning.
• Have some experience of working effectively with local authorities.
• Have a passion for ensuring all young people succeed.
• Be able to work effectively within a supportive, committed, and successful staff team.
• Have high aspirations for themselves and others, and a commitment to further development.
• Have a robust understanding of SEND Code of practice
• An understanding of SEMH education and how to support the additional needs associated with SEMH pupils.

One Horizon

We have recently launched OneHorizon which is a new platform designed for YOU which brings together the benefits, tools and resources to help you feel supported, valued and great at work!

The platform is designed to give you instant access to amazing employee benefits, company announcements, downloadable resources and documents as well as feedback surveys and our people directory.

• Discount programmes
• Holiday trading scheme
• Eco friendly car scheme
• SmartTech scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Cycle to work

plus much more!

Horizon Care and Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming application from all sections of the community.

Closing date for this role will be the 8th October

Please note we may close the role early upon receipt of suitable applications.