Assistant SENCo / Specialist Dyslexia Teacher
Location: Maidenhead, SL6 6AW
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-Time Monday to Friday, 8.15am-5.15pm, term time
Start date: As soon as possible
Closing date: Monday 26 October 2026 at 8.00am
Are you a qualified specialist teacher with experience in dyslexia assessment, SpLD support and JCQ exam access arrangements?
Claires Court is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Assistant SENCo / Specialist Dyslexia Teacher to join its Neurodiversity Department.
This is a varied, pupil-focused role combining specialist teaching, formal assessment and support for inclusive practice across our three school sites. You will work closely with the Senior School and Sixth Form Neurodiversity Lead/SENCo and the Junior School Neurodiversity Lead/SENCo.
About Claires Court
Claires Court is an all-through school committed to helping boys and girls develop the confidence, skills and self-belief they need to succeed in life.
Our distinctive diamond structure enables pupils to thrive in surroundings suited to their learning and social needs, while remaining part of one supportive schoolcommunity.
The role
The position has an 80% teaching allocation, delivering one-to-one and small-group specialist teaching. You will also carry out formal assessments and help coordinate effective SEND provision across the school.
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering specialist SpLD teaching to individual pupils and small groups.
Conducting formal SpLD assessments and dyslexia diagnoses across all three schools.
Co-leading JCQ exam access arrangements and supporting applications ahead of examination-board deadlines.
Screening and assessing pupils experiencing literacy barriers or specific learning differences.
Supporting pupils with dyslexia, autism and ADHD within mainstream school settings.
Coordinating speech, language and autism support alongside the school’s SENCos.
Contributing to referrals for Education, Health and Care Plan assessments.
Supporting the quality assurance of Learning Support Assistant andTeaching Assistant provision.
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Assistant SENCo / Specialist Dyslexia Teacher in Maidenhead employer: Claires Court Careers
Claires Court is an excellent employer that values practical skills and offers a supportive work environment for its Maintenance and Caretaking Operative role in Maidenhead. With a focus on employee growth, the school provides regular professional development opportunities, a good pension scheme, and a positive culture where every day brings new challenges and visible results. Enjoy the benefits of free parking, meals during the school day, and the chance to be part of a dedicated Estates Team committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff alike.
