Assistant To SENCO

Cumbria Education Trust; Kendal; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Katherine School in Kendal now seeks an enthusiastic Assistant to the SENCO to join our inclusive team. You will work closely with the SENCO to lead a team of Learning Support Assistants and coordinate high‑quality SEND provision across the school.

In this role you will chair Annual Reviews, develop Learning Action Plans, liaise with families and external agencies, and monitor intervention outcomes while safeguarding and maintaining robust SEND records.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or QTS required.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience supporting children and young people with a range of learning needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external professionals.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Committed to inclusion and helping every student thrive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Learning Support Assistants.
• Coordinate and deliver effective SEND provision and interventions.
• Chair and record Annual Reviews where appropriate.
• Develop Learning Action Plans and student passports.
• Liaise with families, pastoral teams and external agencies.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and support programmes.
• Ensure SEND records and documentation are maintained to a high standard.
• Contribute to staff development and promote inclusive practice across the school.

Skills

HLTA/QTS knowledge

SEND legislation knowledge

Experience with SEND pupils

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Commitment to inclusion

Education

HLTA status or QTS

Job description

About This Role

Grade 9 | Full Time | Term Time Plus Additional Days

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the skills, experience and commitment to support inclusive education and help every student achieve their full potential?

About The Role

Queen Katherine School is seeking an enthusiastic, dedicated and highly organised Assistant to the SENCO to join our supportive and ambitious team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality SEND provision within a thriving secondary school and across the wider inclusion agenda of Cumbria Education Trust.

Working closely with the SENCO, you will:

• Lead and support a team of Learning Support Assistants.


• Help coordinate and deliver effective SEND provision and interventions.


• Chair and record Annual Reviews where appropriate.


• Develop Learning Action Plans and student passports.


• Liaise with families, pastoral teams and external agencies.


• Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and support programmes.


• Ensure SEND records and documentation are maintained to a high standard.


• Contribute to staff development and the promotion of inclusive practice across the school.

This is a varied and rewarding role that combines leadership, coordination and direct support for students, offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's educational journeys.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds HLTA status or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).


• Has strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.


• Has experience supporting children and young people with a range of learning needs.


• Can build positive relationships with students, families, staff and external professionals.


• Demonstrates excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.


• Is committed to inclusion and ensuring every student can thrive.

Why Join Us?

At Cumbria Education Trust, we are committed to helping every member of our community "Be the Best You Can Be". We invest in our staff through professional development opportunities, collaborative working and a strong culture of support and wellbeing.

As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.


• Work within a supportive and forward-thinking school.


• Access high-quality professional development.


• Be part of a successful and values-driven multi-academy trust.

Safeguarding

Cumbria Education Trust 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 candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and all safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post.