Assistant SENCo

Salary:
Dependent on experience

Contract:

Permanent, Full-Time

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm, 39 weeks per year

Create Education are working with a high-performing school in Watford to recruit an experienced and ambitious Assistant SENDCo to join their SEND leadership team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a SEND professional looking to take the next step in their career, working closely with the SENDCo to lead, develop and coordinate high-quality SEND provision across the school.

• Support the SENDCo in leading and developing SEND provision across the school.
• Deputise for the SENDCo when required.
• Coordinate provision for students with SEND, working closely with staff, parents, carers and external professionals.
• Manage EHCP Annual Reviews, provision maps, student plans and statutory documentation.
• Support Exam Access Arrangements, including assessment, evidence gathering and JCQ compliance.
• Line manage and support a team of LSAs and an HLTA, including appraisals, CPD and performance management.
• Support staff with strategies and interventions to improve outcomes for students with SEND.
• Liaise with external agencies and contribute to referrals and consultation responses.
• Promote inclusion and ensure students with SEND receive appropriate support and access to the curriculum.
• Support transition for students joining or leaving the school.
• Deliver Functional Skills in Maths and English to students in Years 10 and 11.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Strong experience supporting students with SEND within an educational setting.
• A good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes and statutory requirements.
• Knowledge of JCQ Exam Access Arrangements and experience with assessment/testing.
• Experience of line management, staff development or leading a SEND team.
• Excellent organisation and administration skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with teachers, parents, students and external professionals.
• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and improving outcomes for young people.
• Experience working across the four broad areas of SEND need.

Desirable: HLTA status, a degree, CPT3A/access arrangements qualification or a Level 5 Assistant SENCO qualification.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND professional to develop their leadership career, take on greater responsibility and play a key role in shaping SEND provision across a high-performing Watford school.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications