SENCO Assistant: SEND & SEMH Support, Admin & Training

Assistant to SENCO

35 hours per week during term time plus 5 training days. Initially a fixed term contract until 31 August 2027, with potential to become permanent. Position starts 1 September 2026 (subject to satisfactory clearances).

Mission

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our school is committed to creating an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated and every learner feels valued. Guided by our core values of "Aiming For Excellence, Achieving Together," we work tirelessly to remove barriers to learning and empower students to reach their full potential.

Impact

As Assistant to the SENCo, you will work closely with the SENCo to support and develop our SEND/SEMH provision. You will ensure that the systems, records, and communications that underpin our support for pupils with additional needs run smoothly, allowing teachers to focus on teaching and students to focus on learning. You will also support teaching assistants in developing their practice and expertise, contributing to the effectiveness of internal provisions such as The Hub, The Hive and The Learning Lounge.

Responsibilities

• Support the SENCo in coordinating provision for pupils with SEND, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up to date SEND records, including EHCP documentation and provision maps.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to arrange meetings, share information, and follow up on actions.
• Prepare reports, data summaries, and resources to support teaching staff in meeting pupils' needs.
• Help organise and track interventions, ensuring impact is monitored and reported.
• Provide administrative support for annual reviews, referrals, and assessments.
• Support the delivery of staff training to ensure effective strategies are in place to meet pupils' needs.
• Support pupils with SEMH needs by leading initiatives such as breakfast club, delivering nurture provision, running lunchtime clubs, and implementing targeted interventions, including music therapy and Lego therapy.

Qualifications

• Experience in an educational or administrative role, ideally within a SEND context.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, able to juggle multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills, able to build positive relationships with staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Working knowledge of SEND processes and legislation (or willingness to learn quickly).
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to inclusion.

Benefits

• A supportive, collaborative team that values your ideas and initiative.
• Ongoing professional development, including SEND specific training.
• Opportunities to make a visible difference in the lives of children and families.
• Access to wellbeing support and staff networks.
• Term time working pattern for a healthy work-life balance.

• Hours: 35 hours per week (standard term time + 5 training days)
• Grade: Band E, SCP £31,537 £36,363 pro rata (£16 85 per hour) (actual £26,734 £31,089 per annum)
• Location: Tividale Community Primary, Dudley Road West, Tividale, B69 2HT
• Contract: Fixed Term (ending 31 August 2027)