Assistant Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

Job details

Job role: - SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern: Part time

Contract type: Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance

Additional allowances: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance

Assistant Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator job summary

Assistant SENDCo - [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is a large, vibrant three‑form‑entry primary school with a strong reputation for inclusion, teamwork and ambition. We are entering an exciting phase as we transform our SEND offer and provision, building on a clear vision already being implemented ahead of the forthcoming DfE white paper. This is a rare opportunity to join us at a pivotal moment and help shape something truly exceptional.

We are seeking a committed and highly organised qualified teacher to be our Assistant SENDCo and join our Inclusion team. This non‑class based role is for three days per week in the first instance, with the potential to increase hours in the future. You will work closely with our Inclusion Lead/SENDCo, contributing to high‑quality provision, strong partnerships with families, and inclusive practice across the school.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for inclusion and a strong understanding of SEND provision.
• Can work collaboratively as part of a dedicated and forward‑thinking team.
• Is proactive, flexible, and able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and external agencies.
• Brings excellent organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.

We can offer:

• An incredible, supportive staff team that values professional growth and collaboration.
• A leadership team fully committed to developing an exceptional SEND offer.
• A school community that places children at the heart of all decision‑making.
• The chance to make a significant and lasting impact at an exciting moment of change.

Come and join our incredible team for an opportunity like no other in Cambridgeshire!

- Key responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Supporting the creation and delivery of individual learning plans,
• Management of PEEPs
• Development of ICPs and Healthcare plans
• Administration of TRT’s
• Ensuring consistency of class information files
• Oversight and management of S&L provision and staff
• Liaison with community paediatricians
• Ensure availability and implementation of resources for ordinarily available provision
• Monitoring the implementation of provision
• Management of provision map and records for interventions

Please contact the school [contact hidden] / [contact hidden] as visits to the school can be arranged.

Closing date noon on Tuesday 5th May with interviews scheduled for Thursday 7th May.

The staff and governors of [Employer hidden] are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):

childcare disqualification

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

medical

online and social media

prohibition from teaching

right to work

satisfactory references

suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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