Assistant Sendco

Nexo Education; Biddulph; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is searching for an experienced Assistant SENCO in Stoke-on-Trent (ST8) to assist in the coordination of support for pupils with additional needs. The role offers a competitive rate of up to £170 per day and is suitable for qualified teachers or experienced support staff. You will work closely with the SENCO to ensure effective provision for pupils with EHCPs and contribute to an inclusive environment. Opportunities for professional development will also be available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Support from experienced staff

Ongoing contract options

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a school setting working with children or young people with SEND.
• Good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Confidence in record keeping and data usage.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCO with day-to-day SEND department operations.
• Coordinate provision for pupils with EHCPs.
• Maintain and update SEND records and provision maps.
• Liaise with external agencies and support with referrals.

Skills

Experience with children with SEND

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or HLTA/SEN experience

Job description

Assistant SENCO – Stoke-on-Trent (ST8)

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, ST8

Rate: Up to £170 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)

Contract: Ongoing, full-time or part-time

Start date: ASAP

Nexo Education are working with a school in Stoke-on-Trent (ST8) who are seeking an experienced Assistant SENCO to support the SENDCo with the coordination of provision for pupils with additional needs.

This is an ongoing, long-term role and is open to both qualified teachers and experienced HLTAs / SEN support staff with strong SEND experience.

Role

As Assistant SENCO, you will:

• Support the SENCO with the day-to-day running of the SEND department
• Help coordinate provision for pupils with EHCPs and those on SEN Support
• Maintain and update SEND records, pupil profiles and provision maps
• Support with referrals, annual reviews and liaison with external agencies
• Work closely with teaching staff to ensure appropriate strategies are in place in the classroom
• Monitor the impact of interventions and support programmes
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents/carers
• Contribute to a culture of inclusion and high expectations across the school

(Teaching responsibilities can be discussed, depending on your background and the school's needs.)

The ideal candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong experience working with children or young people with SEND in a school setting (essential)
• Is either a qualified teacher (QTS) or an experienced HLTA / Senior TA / SEN practitioner
• Has a good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the graduated response (Assess-Plan-Do-Review)
• Is confident with paperwork, record-keeping and using data to track provision and outcomes
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is highly organised, proactive and able to manage a busy workload
• Is committed to inclusive practice and improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs

What's on offer

• Day rate up to £170 per day, depending on experience
• Ongoing, stable contract with full-time or part-time options
• Support from an experienced SENCO and senior leadership team
• Professional development opportunities in SEND and inclusion
• Dedicated support from Nexo Education throughout your placement