Assistant SENCO

We are looking to appoint a highly effective and motivated Assistant SENCO to work in partnership with the SENCO and Assistant SENCO, who are both full-time teachers.

This non-teaching role is designed to add capacity and to support and effectively contribute to the SEND provision across the academy.

You will work with all stakeholders to ensure that children with additional needs, vulnerabilities, or barriers to learning receive the support they need to learn, progress successfully and maximise their potential.

You will be well organised and willing to go the 'extra mile'. You will be able to build positive, supportive relationships with staff and students to ensure that teachers are well informed and able to build upon the specific interventions led by the SEND team to maximise learning within the classroom, thus ensuring that the separation effect does not impact negatively upon student opportunities and progress.

You will champion students who need additional support and play a vital role as a direct contact for allocated parents. You will have experience and a working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and experience working with students academically and/or pastorally.

The ideal candidate will possess the drive and passion to develop themselves professionally within the SEND arena and undertake CPD opportunities to cultivate their SEND knowledge and practice.

In this role, you will work 37 hours per week at 39 weeks, term time plus INSET days.

Vision & Aims – The de Ferrers Trust

The de Ferrers Trust is a Multi Academy Trust comprising three Secondary Academies and four Primary Academies, currently based in Staffordshire and Derbyshire.

Our vision is to ensure the children and young people in our care have the opportunity to fulfil their potential through achieving highly, regardless of their ability or background. We aim to achieve this vision through:

Delivering a high-quality education Recruiting, developing and retaining high-calibre members of staffEstablishing and developing robust governanceEnsuring financial probity and viabilityDeveloping a highly efficient Trust infrastructure and central servicesEstablishing effective systems to support the sustainable growth of the TrustCPD

The Trust believes that professional development is key to being successful and offers excellent opportunities for colleagues to grow and achieve. We provide tailored CPD and professional development, mentoring, strong support and a range of developmental opportunities across the Trust.

In Return

We strive to be an Employer of Choice and are committed to the wellbeing and development of our colleagues. You will join a supportive, warm and friendly community and enjoy an excellent benefits package, which includes:

Cycle-to-work schemeEmployee assistance programmeDiscounted gym membershipBHSF healthcare schemeVisits

Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning

To Apply

If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call and ask to speak to Rachael Lane.

Click the 'Quick Apply' button to complete your application.

Closing date: 9.00am on 14 June 2024.

Interview date: w/c 24 June 2024.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

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