Assistant SENDCo

The de Ferrers Academy; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Benenden Health private health care

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care vouchers

Flu vaccination vouchers

Pension schemes (Teachers Pensions /LG

Wellbeing day

CPD & professional growth

Job summary

Affinity Learning Partnership is seeking an Assistant SENCO to join the Additional Support Faculty and support students with SEN/D to access school life and make progress. The role focuses on transition between key stages and coordinating annual reviews for EHCPs.

You will work with the SENCO, families, staff and external agencies, developing individual programmes and supporting staff across the faculty. 37 hours weekly, with 39.2 hours available, and a commitment to wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with SEN/D in a school setting.
• Ability to coordinate annual reviews for EHCPs and develop individual programmes.
• Collaborates with staff and external agencies to ensure progress.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate annual reviews for students with EHCPs.
• Develop and review individual programmes and passports.
• Monitor intervention progress and assist assessment for Examinations Access Arrangements.
• Provide advice and support to staff and liaise with external agencies.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Student support

Job description

The Candidate:

We are looking for an Assistant SENCO to join our Additional Support Faculty and play an important role in supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities.

The role will involve working closely with the SENCO, students, families, staff and external agencies to ensure students receive the support they need to make progress and successfully access academy life. You will have a particular focus on transition, including supporting students moving from primary into Key Stage 3, as well as transition between Key Stages 3, 4 and 5.

You will also coordinate annual reviews for students with EHCPs, support the development and review of individual programmes and passports, monitor intervention progress and contribute to the assessment process for Examination Access Arrangements. The role also includes providing advice and support to staff, working with external agencies and helping to develop the skills of colleagues within the Additional Support Faculty.

This is a varied role for someone who is organised, proactive and committed to helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

37 hours per week and 39.2 hours per week available.

Why Work for Affinity?

At Affinity, we pride ourselves on being a great place to work, a workplace where everyone belongs, progresses, and thrives. We recognise that our colleagues are our greatest asset, and we are committed to ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered.

As a Trust, we are privileged to employ inspirational people who make a positive difference every day. In return, we continually strengthen our offer of a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment, one that promotes mental and physical wellbeing, builds confidence, and fosters pride across our organisation.

Our People Strategy

Our People Strategy is built around three core pillars:

Belongs - Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity, champions equality, and ensures all staff feel respected, valued, and genuinely part of our community.

Progresses - Staff Development and CPD

Our Professional Growth Model empowers colleagues to take ownership of their development. Our strong investment in CPD sets us apart and ensures every colleague has the opportunity to grow and succeed.

Thrives - Wellbeing

We know that mental and physical wellbeing are essential to feeling supported and performing well. That’s why we place strong emphasis on creating an environment where colleagues feel healthy, valued, and able to thrive.

What are the Benefits of Joining Affinity?

• Investment in your professional development and CPD through our Professional Growth Model
• Removal of performance-related pay
• A commitment to dignity and respect in the workplace
• Opportunities for collaborative working through leadership and staff networks
• A Trust-wide approach to reducing workload
• Wellbeing initiatives supported by our Wellbeing Champion Network
• One dedicated wellbeing day per academic year

In addition to these core benefits, we also provide an excellent wider package that includes:

• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support services
• Access to Benenden Health's self-pay private heathcare service
• Discounted gym membership with Everyone Active
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Flu vaccination vouchers
• Generous pension schemes through Teachers Pensions and the Local Government Pension Scheme

Additional Information:

Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.

Please note: Completed applications should be received by 09:00am of the closing date. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Please ensure to regularly check your junk/spam folder for any correspondence in relation to the progress of your application. Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is not policy to give individual feedback at this stage.

We welcome a broad range of perspectives with a commitment to equality of opportunity by recruiting a diverse workforce, and creating an inclusive environment and a culture of belonging for everyone in Affinity Learning Partnership. Therefore, we encourage applications from underrepresented communities irrespective of age, disability, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, marriage or civil partnership status, or neurodivergent status. We are happy to make reasonable adjustments wherever possible through the recruitment process should this be required.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.