Assistant SENDCo

eTeach UK Limited; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous occupational pension

Employee health and well-being service

Counselling support

24/7 helpline

Job summary

Baxter College is seeking an Assistant SENDCo to join our inclusive secondary school. The role is 35 hours per week, term-time plus TEDs, on NJC Scale 4, Point 18-22 (£32,578 - £34,811 FTE).

You will work closely with the SENDCo and the Assistant Head for Vulnerable Learners to coordinate interventions and remove barriers to learning for our students. The ideal candidate will be committed to inclusivity, possess strong data-literacy and organisational skills, and liaise effectively with

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with additional needs.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to liaise with families, teaching staff and external agencies.
• Willingness to engage with training and apprenticeship pathways.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate targeted interventions via our Hubs to remove barriers to learning.
• Support the SENDCo and Assistant Head for Vulnerable Learners in delivering tailored provisions.
• Promote an inclusive school culture and monitor student progress and outcomes.
• Maintain confidential records and data to inform provision planning and reporting.

Skills

Organisational skills

Data literacy

Empathy

Interventions coordination

Job description

Assistant SENCo35 hours per week - Term time plus TEDs NJC Scale 4, Point 18-22 (£32,578 - £34,811 FTE) Available As soon as possible We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, passionate, and proactive Assistant SENDCo to join our team. Working closely with the SENDCo and the Assistant Head for Vulnerable Learners, the successful candidate will play a fundamental role in ensuring a coherent approach to our inclusive culture, coordinating targeted interventions via our Hubs, and removing barriers to learning for our young people.This is an excellent opportunity for an individual committed to supporting students with additional needs and challenges to achieve their full potential. The ideal candidate will be an advocate for inclusivity, possessing strong organisational skills, data-literacy, and empathy to deliver tailored provisions, manage interventions, and liaise effectively with families, teaching staff, and external support agencies.We will offer the opportunity to compete an apprenticeship in the relevant field Baxter College is a thriving, inclusive secondary school, providing an equitable education experience to the young people of Wyre Forest.

The education we provide at Baxter College is built on six values that provide the nurturing conditions for young people to flourish into successful futures.

• Brilliance: We believe that all students have the potential to be brilliant, and we strive to provide them with the opportunities and support they need to succeed.
• Accountability: We believe that students are responsible for their own learning, and we expect them to take ownership of their work and be accountable for their actions.
• Excellence: We believe that students should strive for excellence in everything they do, and we encourage them to challenge themselves and never give up.
• Trust: We believe that trust is essential for a positive learning environment, and we trust our students to do their best and behave in a responsible manner.
• Engagement: We believe that students learn best when they are engaged in their learning, and we create a variety of opportunities for students to be actively involved in their education.
• Routine: We believe that routines help students feel organised and in control, and we encourage students to develop and follow routines.

Joining our school community will suit those with:

• A shared commitment to our values and to forming positive working relationships with our communityExperience in building and maintaining effective relationships with families and external agencies.
• Commitment to their own professional development and a culture of open professional dialogue.
• Passion for combating social disadvantage and generating social capital.
• Enthusiasm for innovation in curriculum and assessment.

Baxter College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service and will be subject to reference checks.

Other benefits include:

• Generous Occupational Pension Free confidential Employee Health and Well-being service including access to counselling supportFree confidential employee helpline 24/7Incremental pay progression and cost of living increases in line with government policyFlexible working arrangements to support colleagues with work-life balance.