SEN Support Officer (7557)

Simpson's Lane Academy; Ferrybridge; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Simpson's Lane Academy in Knottingley is seeking a part-time SEN Support Officer to join in November 2026 on a temporary basis. The role involves providing administrative support for the SENCO and ensuring tracking and delivery of interventions to improve pupil progress across the Academy.

You will deliver bespoke intervention packages to primary aged pupils with SEND designed to remove barriers to learning. Visits and further details are available on the academy site.

Qualifications

• Experience providing administrative support for SENCO or similar role.
• Experience delivering interventions to improve pupil progress for SEND students.
• Ability to develop bespoke intervention packages for primary pupils with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support for the SENCO and monitor pupil progress.
• Deliver bespoke intervention packages to primary pupils with SEND.
• Assist in tracking interventions and outcomes to remove barriers to learning.

Skills

Admin skills

SEN experience

Interventions

Communication

Job description

Simpson's Lane Academy are looking to appoint a SEN Support Officer (SENSO) to join our academy in November 2026, on a part time, temporary basis.

Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As the SEN Support Officer, you will provide administrative support for the SENCO and ensure tracking and delivery of interventions to improve pupil progress across the Academy. You will deliver bespoke intervention packages to primary aged pupils with SEND designed to remove barriers to learning.

Please see the attached job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information about the role.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.

Your new school

At Simpson's Lane Academy, we believe that with high aspirations, expectations and the right support, our children can go on to follow their interests and achieve their goals, as well as becoming a contributing valued member of society.

Located in Knottingley, Simpson's Lane Academy is very close to the M62, A1 and within walking distance of Knottingley train station. Our Academy is slightly larger than average, with 382 children on roll, catering for EYFS up to Y6, and 40 part time Nursery places.

We are graded 'Outstanding in all Areas' by Ofsted, following our recent inspection

We really are proud of our facilities, in addition to the 'immersion suite', the academy recently developed two incredible themed libraries https://simpsonslane.org.uk/about/ to help promote a love of reading as well as building stronger links with the local community and parents.

You will be joining a school community that prioritises everyone’s well-being, ensuring it is at the centre of everything we do. This is reflected in our diverse curriculum, which is enhanced by a broad range of enrichment opportunities.

Visits to the academy would be warmly welcomed by appointment. Please contact the academy on 01977 722515 if you would like to arrange a visit.

Why join us?

Staff across the trust are talented and enthusiastic, and all contribute to the trust’s success story.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high-performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.

CPD

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Employee Benefits

As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing.

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Holiday Entitlement: minimum 35 days (subject to pro rata if working part-time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.

In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.