Assistant Senco

**Assistant SENCo**

Responsible to: Director of SEN

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 30 hours per week, term-time only plus 1 week

**Salary**: Grade 8. Range 26 - 30 (£32,909 - £36,298)

**PURPOSE OF THE JOB**

Dene Magna School continues to see a rise in the number of EHCPs in school. Whilst these EHCPs come with varying levels of support, they have clear guidance regarding reviews and consultations. We are looking for a passionate, knowledgeable person who can take on the organisation and running of the consultation/review process; liaising with staff to establish clear targets and ensuring that the outcomes of reviews are clearly communicated to staff and agencies in line with statutory requirements.

**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- Working with the SENDCO and other staff to ensure the provision of the EHCPs are in line with legal requirements. This includes running the reviews in school
- Communicating with SENDCO, staff, external agencies and parents to ensure that there is effective partnership working and holistic approaches to the support of young people with SEND
- Leading small group literacy support and being able to report on the impact of these sessions
- Supporting students and staff in class where needed
- Develop positive working relationships with SEN students, understanding their needs to enable the role to be undertaken successfully.
- Support students consistently while recognising and responding to their individual needs
- Encourage students to interact and work co-operatively with others and engage all students in activities
- Undertake general administration duties that support the teaching and learning of SEN students andsupport the strategic work of the SENCo. This includes maintaining filing system, produce and distribute re
- sources, templates as and when necessary
- Other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as directed by the Director of SEN

**KEY TASKS**
- Organise the EHCP consultation and review process, ensuring that all staff/agencies are aware of their duties regarding targets and feedback
- Undertake the planning and delivery of Annual Reviews for EHCPs and liaising with key staff over any agreed interventions/support as a result of the review meeting
- Lead on the school level response to EHCP consultations (alongside the Dir of SEN)
- Support transition alongside the Dir of SEN and Pastoral team to ensure the successful move from primary to secondary school/the transition between schools of pupils with additional needs in year
- Involvement in updating staff on students needs and strategies as part of the SEN briefing

Plan and lead 1:1 or small group literacy support sessions and interventions, such as:

- Fresh Start
- Lexia Online
- Spelling
- Handwriting
- Touch typing
- Precision teaching
- Line Manage and Appraise a given number of Teaching Assistants

**TRANSITION**
- Involvement in the consultation process, gathering information and speaking with relevant agencies before constructing a response, within the statutory timeframe
- Working with local primaries and post 16 settings to ensure a smooth transition for all SEND students
- Visiting local settings to gather key information on needs, support and resources as part of the transition process
- Ensuring all SEN information is gathered and key information shared with staff in the form of a pupil profile and current plans are made available on the school system
- Involvement in the primary transition conference meeting with key agencies and parents

**SUPPORT TO SCHOOL**
- Be aware of the latest updates in child protection, health and safety, confidentiality and data protection in school and the processes of reporting any concerns
- Support and uphold all policies in school
- Be proactive with regard to career development and agree to using coaching observations as a means of improving practice (observing others and being observed)
- Participate in professional development opportunities and the performance management system (involving a skills audit and peer observations)
- Attend and participate in meetings as required
- Set the very best example in dress, attendance and behaviours
- Undertake other duties from time to time as required by the Headteacher

**In return, we can offer**:

- Professional, passionate and dedicated teaching and support staff, who are willing and eager to undertake continuous professional development.
- Talented, stimulating and enthusiastic students with a desire to learn.

We believe it is only right that we balance the challenges that we set, with an understanding that gets the best out of someone; which means valuing them and nurturing them. We are fully aware that a passionate, supported and well directed team will go on to achieve great things.

**Safeguarding Statement**

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo c