Assistant Sendco

Salary: £36,364 to £40,777 (potentially more for exceptional candidates).

Location: Barnacre Road Primary School, Barnacre Road, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 2PD
(202 on roll).

Contact: Tel:  School website:

Barnacre Road Primary School is seeking to appoint an Assistant SENDCO to support leadership of provision for pupils with additional learning needs and to work closely with the SENDCO to secure excellent outcomes for all. The successful candidate will be committed to removing barriers to learning, using resources in thoughtful, effective and creative ways to meet the needs of individual pupils with additional and different learning needs.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of due diligence on shortlisted candidates. CVs are not accepted; to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the attached application form.

This is a part‑time, term‑time only position. The salary quoted is full‑time equivalent and will be paid on a pro‑rata basis.

• Recognised and relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent
• Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy

• NVQ Level 4 qualification or equivalent
• HLTA Status

• Experience of working with children with special educational needs
• Relevant and recent CPD

• Experience of EHCP applications and reviews
• Experience of teaching in EYFS/KS1

The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended 2013). If successful, you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a “disclosure”. Information provided will be dealt with confidentially in accordance with the DBS’s Code of Practice. The County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex‑offenders available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Address:
Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: b

We only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.