SENCO Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Lightwater; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration model

Job summary

Lightwater Village Infant and Junior School is seeking a dedicated SENCO Assistant to support inclusion across the schools. Working under the SENCO, you will help develop progress and access to high-quality education for children aged 2 to 11 within the GLF cluster.

The role requires safeguarding awareness, strong communication, and the ability to maintain calm support in challenging situations. It offers a collaborative environment with colleagues across the cluster.

Qualifications

• Experience working within SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).
• Understanding safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload under pressure.
• Strong written and verbal communication with stakeholders.
• Dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated team player.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with young children.
• Understand educational, welfare and social needs of the children supported.
• Remain calm and objective with challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Assist SENCO to support development and progress of pupils.
• Promote inclusion and ensure best opportunities for every child.
• Support development of exceptional education across schools.

Skills

SEND experience

Safeguarding

Workload prioritisation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Behaviour management

Education

Experience working with children

Tools

Office software

Job description

Are you highly organised, passionate, and committed to helping pupils achieve their full potential? Lightwater Village School are seeking a dedicated SENCO Assistant to join their team and play a key role in promoting strong inclusion across the schools.If you’re enthusiastic about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you.Your opportunityWe are seeking a passionate and dedicated SENCO Assistant to join our committed and nurturing team. This position plays an essential part in supporting an inclusive and nurturing school environment. Working closely under the direction of the SENCO, you will play a key role in supporting the development, progress, and exceptional education of children across the schools. Your contribution will ensure every child feels valued, included, and equipped with the best possible opportunity to thrive.

What we are looking for

• Experience working within SEND
• Good understanding of the importance of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Ability to organise and prioritise your own workload and work under pressure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to a range of key stakeholders
• Be dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational, welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team

Please read the job description and person specification before applying.About Lightwater Village Infant and Junior school

Our school stands at the heart of the village community of Lightwater. We offer an outstanding start to education for children from 2 to 11 years old, consistently achieving excellence, yet also engaging children in imaginative and exciting themes whereby learning comes alive.

Our School sits within a newly established cluster of schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Lightwater Village Infant and Junior School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield, Cordwalles, Pine Ridge and Lorraine. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils

Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness

43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England

We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity

Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options

Work life and family friendly policies

Access to a staff benefits portal

Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: January 2027Salary: £28,009 - £28,757 FTEPay Scale: Specialist Point 1 - 4Actual Salary: £16,063.99 - £16,492.99Hours: 24 hours a week - Wednesday to Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm (39 weeks) Closing Date: Sunday 25th October at 11.59pmInterviews: TBC