Assistant SENDCo

Job Title: Assistant SENDCo
Location: SEN school close to Redhill
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £27,713 - £30,250 (depending on qualifications and experience)
Bonus: £2,000 Welcome Bonus for candidates with SEN experience
Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time only - Start time: 8.15am, Finish times: Mon-Wed 4.45pm, Thu 5pm, Fri 4pm
Your new company
We are delighted to be supporting a brand-new specialist secondary school in Chaldon, Surrey, in September 2025. The school will cater for young people aged 11-16 who require support with social communication, emotional regulation and sensory processing, typically associated with Autism. With small class sizes, high levels of classroom support, and a dedicated multidisciplinary intervention team, our students will have every opportunity to thrive. This is an exciting opportunity to join the school at the very start of its journey and help shape its inclusive ethos.
Your new role
The Assistant SENDCo will work closely with the SENDCo to promote an inclusive approach to SEN across the school. You will also support staff, students, and families to ensure the best possible outcomes for learners.
Key Duties

• Recording & Assessment
  • Establish systems for identifying, reviewing and monitoring needs
  • Chair Annual Reviews for EHCPs
  • Keep parents informed through meetings and parents' evenings

• Leadership
  • Support SENDCo in delivering training for teachers and support staff
  • Share best practice in SEN across the school
  • Support transition arrangements and integration into provision
  • Liaise with external professionals and disseminate reports to staff
  • Stay up to date with developments in SEN and feedback to SLT
  • Attend CPD and conferences, sharing learning with colleagues
  • Model good practice in teaching pupils with SEN, including complex needs

• Other Responsibilities
  • Undertake reasonable tasks requested by the Headteacher
  • Contribute to duties and extracurricular activities

What you'll need to succeed

• SENCO/Access Arrangement Assessor qualifications preferred (or willingness to work towards)
• GCSE Maths & English minimum Grade 4 (or equivalent)
• Teaching qualification desirable (required for National Award in SEND Coordination)
• Relevant and recent experience of working with pupils with SEN
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures

What you'll get in return

• Training & Development - wide range of CPD opportunities
• Perkbox Discounts - groceries, dining, gym memberships & more
• Cycle to Work & Car Scheme
• Wagestream App - track earnings, save, and access pay early
• Competitive Pay & Reward - enhanced annual leave, sick pay, pension & life assurance
• 24/7 GP Access - for you and your household
• UK Health Cash Plan - cover everyday healthcare costs
• Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support, counselling & resources
• Refer a Friend Bonus

What you need to do now
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