Assistant SENDCo With Higher Level Teaching Assistant Responsibilities
Full time, 37 hours per week for 39.2 weeks per year (term-time only plus 6 INSET days)
Salary: Grade 7 (SCP 15-22) £30,024 - £33,699 per annum pro rata
Actual salary: £26,072.28 - £29,263.58 per annum
John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) believes in the power of education to improve lives – and the world. As a partner academy in JTMAT, we are seeking to appoint a hardworking, committed and enthusiastic Assistant SENDCo to join our evolving organisation.
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Headteacher and SENDCo to coordinate the support provision for students with Special Educational Needs. You will be responsible for coordinating all requirements for the annual reviews of students with individual needs. This involves gathering necessary documentation, distributing to all relevant parties, attending the review meetings and ensuring completed paperwork is distributed as appropriate on completion of the review. You will oversee the deployment of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), ensuring that staffing is effectively allocated to meet the needs of students and that support is delivered efficiently across the school. Additionally, you may be required to deliver tailored interventions, depending on candidate's area(s) of interest and expertise. All staff are expected to be role models for our students, demonstrating the highest standards of teamwork, collaboration and respect.
If you have a passion for excellence and share our vision, we can offer you the opportunity to be part of a successful and progressive Trust, which is committed to ensuring learning is at the heart of all we do.
Closing date: 9:00am on Monday 31st August
Selection/Interview: Friday 4th September 2026
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check as a requirement of this post.
Assistant SENDCo with Higher Level Teaching Assistant Responsibilities - John Taylor Free School in Burton upon Trent employer: John Taylor MAT
John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and well-being of its staff while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. Located in Blythe Bridge, this role as Attendance & SEND Officer offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives, with access to professional development and a commitment to maintaining high standards in education. With a focus on teamwork and community engagement, JTMAT ensures that employees feel valued and empowered in their roles.
