Deputy SENCo at West Academy

About this Role

Job Title:

Deputy SENCO

E-ACT West Walsall Academy | Strive for Excellence

E-ACT West Walsall Academy, an 11-18 academy committed to enhancing the life chances of every student while inspiring them to achieve their full potential. Situated justeight miles from the vibrant city of Birmingham and six miles from the bustling town of Wolverhampton, our academy plays a pivotal role in the educational landscape of Walsall.

At West Walsall Academy,we believe in the transformative power of education and are resolutely focusedon providing an environment where students can flourish academically and personally. As part of the E-ACT family, we are united in our mission to deliver outstanding education that empowers students to strive for excellence.

Take the next step inyour career with E-ACT West Walsall Academy - where excellence is not just agoal; it's a commitment.

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Want tomake a difference to young people?

Are youready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

We are looking to appoint a Deputy SENCO who will support the strategic development of SEND provision, work closely with students, families and staff, and help ensure that all pupils with additional needs receive high-quality support to achieve their full potential.

• Support the SENCO in leading and coordinating provision for students with SEND, ensuring barriers to learning are identified and effectively addressed.
• Lead, monitor and evaluate targeted intervention programmes to improve outcomes, progress and wellbeing for students with additional needs.
• Work closely with teaching staff to promote inclusive classroom practice and provide guidance on effective SEND strategies and the graduated approach to support.
• Maintain accurate SEND records, provision maps and student data, using assessment information to inform interventions and monitor impact.
• Build positive relationships with students, families and external agencies, contributing to reviews, meetings and multi-agency support plans to ensure every student receives the support they need.

Pay range:

SCP 22-27 £ 31,402.28 - £35,614.99 (FTE: £34,811.00 - £39,481.00)

37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year

Permanent

• GCSE Grade 5-9 (or equivalent) in English and Maths, with Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) standards or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, alongside a sound understanding of how children learn and strategies to support pupils with additional needs.
• Experience of delivering effective interventions, working with external agencies and building successful partnerships with parents, carers and school staff.
• Excellent communication, organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret student data, maintain accurate records and prioritise workloads effectively.

Join a trust that is going places!

At E-ACT, we believe everychild deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership,collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.

Weare proud to lead system-wide change both locally and nationally, providingsector-wide support while transforming futures. Most recently, E-ACT was named

Large Trust MAT of the Year 2026 at the MAT Excellence Awards. Our achievementsare further recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MATExcellence Awards and National School Awards, as well as the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024.

E-ACTis recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes.…