Deputy SENCO

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Whitchurch; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay via PAYE

CPD and training provided

Access to local schools network

Registration and compliance support

Refer a friend bonus

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Deputy SENCO for a BS4 Bristol school. The role blends part-time Teaching Assistant duties with Deputy SENCO responsibilities, supporting the SENCO and coordinating SEN provision for pupils with additional needs.

The position involves liaising with teachers, parents and external agencies, updating pupil plans, and ensuring safeguarding policies are followed. A flexible, committed candidate is required for ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Deputy SENCO or in a similar SEN coordination role.
• Strong track record of supporting pupils with additional needs in a school setting.
• Knowledge of SEN processes, including support plans and working with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCO with day-to-day SEN responsibilities.
• Monitor, review and update SEN provision and pupil plans.
• Assist with paperwork, referrals and liaison with external agencies.

Skills

Deputy SENCO experience

SEN support in school

SEN processes knowledge

Organisational skills

Communication skills

DBS Update Service

Job description

Deputy SENCO - BS4 Bristol - Full Time - ASAP Start

Location: BS4, Bristol

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

Start Date: ASAP

We are working with a primary school in the BS4 area of Bristol who are looking for a Deputy SENCO to join their team. This is a split role, combining part time Teaching Assistant duties with part time Deputy SENCO responsibilities, working closely with the school's SENCO to support pupils with additional needs.

The Role:

• Working part time as a Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with additional needs in the classroom
• Working part time as Deputy SENCO, supporting the SENCO with day to day SEN responsibilities
• Helping to monitor, review and update SEN provision and pupil support plans
• Supporting the SENCO with paperwork, referrals and liaison with external agencies
• Working with class teachers and support staff to put effective strategies in place
• Liaising with parents and carers about their child's needs and progress
• Following the school's policies, routines and safeguarding procedures

We Are Looking For:

• Previous Deputy SENCO experience (ideally)
• Strong experience supporting children with SEN in a school setting (essential)
• Good knowledge of SEN processes, such as support plans and working with outside agencies
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work well with the SENCO, teachers and the wider team
• Reliability, professionalism and a commitment to safeguarding
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
• Available to start ASAP

Benefits of Working With Teaching Personnel:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
• No umbrella companies
• Ongoing CPD and free training courses
• Access to a wide network of local schools and opportunities
• Streamlined registration and compliance supportRefer a friend bonus scheme
• The chance to take on a varied role with real responsibility

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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