Assistant SENDCo

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Assistant SENDCo to enhance SEND provision. The role necessitates strong leadership skills and experience, with responsibilities encompassing high-quality teaching and collaboration with staff. The salary ranges from £24,774 to £33,054, depending on experience. This is a term-time only position with a commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant.
• Experience leading learning activities for small groups of students.
• Ability to demonstrate that their skills match the job description.

Responsibilities

• Support the strategic leadership of SEND provision.
• Promote high-quality teaching and resource use.
• Liaise with external agencies and manage the SEND support team.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Passion for learning

Experience as Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Leading learning activities

Understanding of curriculum developments

Excellent record of attendance

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

Role Overview

Birmingham Ormiston Academy is a 14-19 academy specialising in Creative, Digital and Performing Arts. The Academy opened in September 2011 and has over 1000 students. We are seeking to appoint an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant SENDCo to support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of SEND provision across the academy. The Assistant SENDCO plays a key role in promoting high-quality teaching, effective use of resources, and improved outcomes for students with additional needs. This role includes contributing to the development of inclusive practices, leading intervention strategies, supporting staff development, liaising with external agencies, and line managing the SEND support team.

Key attributes

• A strong work ethic and a passion for learning;
• A strong desire to make a difference to the lives of our students;
• Experience in a similar role or at least 3 years' experience as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant;
• Experience of leading learning activities for small groups of students;
• A good understanding of important curriculum developments for students, particularly those with additional needs;
• The ability to demonstrate their ability and experience matches the job description for the role;
• The skills and characteristics outlined in the person specification for the role;
• An excellent record of attendance and punctuality.

Salary: Support Staff Scale Point 9 - £24,774 term time + 10 days only (£27,254 FTE) to Support Staff Scale Point 25 - £33,054 term-time only (£36,363 FTE)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Please note: This is a term-time only + 10 days role, hence the pro‑rated salary range. All national pay scales are pending approval.

BOA has high expectations for its staff and students. There is a clear focus on standards and student behaviour is outstanding. BOA aims to be at the forefront of accreditation and curriculum innovation.