Assistant SENDCo — Secondary SEND Support Leader

Cover-People; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Supportive SEND team

Sept start date

Consultant support

Job summary

Cover People UK are recruiting for an Assistant SENDCo to join a welcoming secondary school in North Manchester from 1st September. You will support the SENDCo with day-to-day management of SEND provision and coordinate meetings with external agencies and parents/carers.

The role is initially for at least one full term, with potential to become permanent for the right candidate. You will contribute to EHCP reviews and ensure high-quality, tailored support across the school.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant SENDCo is highly desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of SEND processes, including EHCPs and annual reviews.
• Confident communicating with families, external agencies and professionals.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENDCo with the delivery of SEND provision across the school.
• Coordinate meetings with parents/carers, external agencies and professionals.
• Contribute to annual reviews, EHCP documentation and SEND administration.
• Liaise with teaching staff, pastoral teams and senior leaders to ensure appropriate support.
• Monitor student progress and implement targeted interventions.
• Provide guidance to colleagues to promote inclusive teaching practices.
• Work with the SEND team to manage priorities and support the wider department.
• Advocate for students with additional needs across the school.

Skills

SENDCo experience

EHCP knowledge

Meetings coordination

Collaborative working

Job description

Cover People UK are recruiting for an Assistant SENDCo to join a welcoming secondary school in North Manchester from 1st September. You will support the SENDCo with day-to-day management of SEND provision and coordinate meetings with external agencies and parents/carers.

The role is initially for at least one full term, with potential to become permanent for the right candidate. You will contribute to EHCP reviews and ensure high-quality, tailored support across the school.