Assistant SENCO

Assistant Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

Salary MP/UPS plus TLR 2b

Full Time - Permanent (Not suitable for NQTs/ECTs) Required for January 2027 An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our highly ambitious forward-thinking SEND Department as an Assistant SENCo. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, talented and committed professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This teaching role is ideal for an outstanding practitioner looking to develop their leadership experience within SEND and play a key role in shaping inclusive practice across the school. Working closely with the SENCo, you will contribute to the strategic development and day-to-day operation of SEND provision. You will support students, families, teaching staff and external agencies to ensure that every child receives the personalised support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where inclusion is at the heart of everything we do and where staff development is actively encouraged and supported.

The Assistant SENCo will support the SENCo in:

Coordinating and monitoring provision for students with SEND. Supporting the implementation of the SEND Code of Practice and Graduated Approach. Managing Pupil Passports, SEND records and annual review processes where required. Tracking student progress, attendance and engagement. Supporting examination access arrangements. Liaising with parents, carers and external agencies. Promoting adaptive teaching and inclusive classroom practice. Delivering high-quality lessons Supporting staff training and sharing effective SEND strategies. Helping to ensure students with SEND achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring that barriers to learning are identified and removed, allowing all students to access a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum.

We are looking for someone who:

Is an outstanding classroom practitioner. Has substantial experience working with students with SEND. Has a sound understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and graduated response. Is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners. Has excellent communication and organisational skills. Can build positive and effective relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Is able to work collaboratively with external professionals and agencies. Has high expectations of student achievement and wellbeing. Is reflective, resilient and committed to continuous professional development. A recognised SEND qualification or a willingness to work towards further SEND accreditation would be advantageous. Archbishop Ilsley is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It has policies and procedures to ensure that this occurs. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and to provide a copy of their birth certificate. For an application pack, or to arrange an informal tour of the school and the department you will be joining, please contact Louise Grant on l.grant@ilsley.bham.sch.uk. Closing date for applications is Friday 16th October 5.00pm