SENDCo Assistant - Inclusion & Wellbeing Lead (Term Time)

Reading Borough Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is seeking a compassionate SENDCo Assistant to support inclusion, wellbeing and progress of pupils, especially those with additional needs. The role is part-time and term-time, with 33.25 hours per week and 2 inset days.

You will assist the SENDCo in coordinating support plans, EHCPs, and interventions, while working with teachers and staff to promote inclusive practice and safeguarding. This is a vital role in a nurturing school community.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children with SEND and/or SEMH needs.
• Has a strong understanding of inclusive practice and safeguarding.
• Is organised, resilient, and able to manage a varied workload.
• Communicates effectively with a range of stakeholders.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENDCo in the strategic and operational leadership of SEND provision across the school.
• Help coordinate and monitor support plans, EHCPs, and interventions.
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to ensure high-quality inclusive practice.
• Lead on whole-school approaches to mental health and wellbeing.
• Provide guidance and support to staff on meeting pupils’ social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families, and external agencies.

Skills

SEND experience

Inclusive practice

Safeguarding

Organised

Communication skills

Teaching/HTLA/Unqualified Teacher

Job description

Whitley Park Primary and Nursery School is seeking a compassionate SENDCo Assistant to support inclusion, wellbeing and progress of pupils, especially those with additional needs. The role is part-time and term-time, with 33.25 hours per week and 2 inset days.

You will assist the SENDCo in coordinating support plans, EHCPs, and interventions, while working with teachers and staff to promote inclusive practice and safeguarding. This is a vital role in a nurturing school community.