At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, delivering interventions and mentoring.
- Company: A welcoming primary school dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Professional development opportunities and a supportive staff team.
- Other info: Join a passionate community committed to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in children's lives and help them achieve their potential.
- Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status and experience with SEND in a school setting.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
Assistant to the SENDCo and Inclusion Mentor
35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 training days
Salary: In line with the appropriate pay scale
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, experienced and compassionate professional to join our Inclusion Team as Assistant to the SENDCo and Inclusion Mentor. Our successful community primary school serves over 460 pupils aged 3–11, including a nursery provision. We are committed to ensuring that every child receives the support, care and opportunities they need to achieve their full potential.
Working closely with the Deputy Headteacher (Inclusion/SENDCo), you will play a key role in supporting the provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping to ensure high-quality inclusive practice across the school. The role will involve:
- Supporting SEND provision
- Coordinating and delivering interventions
- Monitoring pupil progress
- Contributing to EHCP and review processes
- Working with parents and external agencies
- Providing mentoring and therapeutic support for pupils with additional social, emotional and mental health needs
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Has significant experience working with children with SEND across a range of needs
- Has experience supporting SEND provision within a school setting
- Has strong knowledge of SEND processes, interventions and inclusive classroom practice
- Has experience of mentoring pupils and supporting those with social, emotional and mental health needs
- Can work effectively with teachers, support staff, parents and external professionals
- Is highly organised, proactive and committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable learners
- Shares our belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed
We can offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community
- Enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
- A dedicated and supportive staff team
- Opportunities for professional development
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to children's lives
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment clearances.
Connex Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and candidates to share this commitment. We adhere to Safer Recruitment practices in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, and other relevant legislation. All appointments are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check.
Assistant to SENDCO in Oldbury employer: Connex Education
Join our welcoming and inclusive primary school community, where you will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. We pride ourselves on our supportive staff team and commitment to professional development, ensuring that every member can grow and thrive in their role. With enthusiastic pupils eager to learn, this is a rewarding position that allows you to contribute to high-quality inclusive practice and support vulnerable learners in achieving their full potential.
