Assistant SENDCo

Philip Southcote School; Ewell; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

Holiday entitlement

Training and development

Wellbeing support (24/7 GP)

Discount platform

Free parking

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust, seeks an Assistant SENDCo to lead the SEND department's admin, manage admissions and liaise with feeder schools. The role supports safeguarding, requires strong communication, and offers ongoing professional development.

Hours are 35 per week over 39 weeks per year, Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm, with a focus on efficient pupil data handling and compliance with statutory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate safeguarding commitment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day administrative operations of the SEND department, ensuring records are updated per SEND Code of Practice.
• Manage administrative processing of SEND admissions and mid-term entries, responding to paperwork in a timely manner.
• Liaise with feeder schools to coordinate transitions and securely archive SEND student files.

Skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4)

Job description

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

We are seeking an Assistant SENDCo to join our team at Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Epsom and Ewell High School

Epsom and Ewell High School offers a supportive and vibrant learning environment where students thrive. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2022 and described as "no ordinary secondary school," we balance academic excellence with preparation for life beyond the curriculum.

Our student‑led approach challenges learners to think deeply while our dedicated staff ensure they progress further than national averages. We're proud to be the UK's first recipient of the Schools Mental Health Gold Award, creating an environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

Professional development is central to our success, with weekly training keeping teaching dynamic and relevant. We have a strong tradition of developing leaders from within, supported by robust in‑house programs and a commitment to accelerated career progression at all levels.

At Epsom and Ewell High School, we nurture confident, ambitious students who embrace community, tolerance and high aspiration. Our ethos is simple: our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we truly believe every child can achieve.

Details

Hours: 35 hours per week (excluding one hour unpaid lunch breaks), 39 weeks per year (Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm)

Responsible to: SENDCo and ultimately Headteacher

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work‑life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on‑site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the day‑to‑day administrative operations of the SEND department, ensuring all files, digital records, and pupil databases are updated in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory guidelines
• Manage the administrative processing of SEND admissions and mid‑term entries, ensuring a timely response to paperwork
• Liaise administratively with feeder schools to coordinate the smooth transition of new pupils, including receiving, analysing, cataloguing, and securely archiving incoming SEND student files

Essential requirements include:

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent qualification)
• Proven track record of continuous professional development
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Our Culture

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 4th November 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.