At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to thrive in a caring environment.
- Company: A welcoming school dedicated to inclusivity and student success.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, remote options, and a supportive team atmosphere.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to celebrating neurodiversity and fostering an inclusive culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills in a rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEND and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Hours: 19.5 hours per week max, 3 days (6.5hrs/day) but flexible within this (Can be remote with a minimum of one day a half term in school).
Weeks: 39 weeks per year.
Start Date: 1st September 2026.
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 - midday.
We are seeking to appoint an Assistant SENCO. The Assistant SENCO has an important role to play in supporting the strategic development of SEND policy and provision at the school. The Assistant SENCO plays a pivotal role in ensuring that students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the tailored support they need to succeed. They are responsible for providing professional guidance to colleagues and will work closely with staff, parents, and a range of external agencies in providing a support role to families.
This role will be 2 or 3 days a week - flexible on days and can be a hybrid role 6.5 hours a day.
Our ideal candidate will have:
- A flexible attitude.
- Experience of working with pupils with SEND, and pupils with emotional and behavioural dysregulation.
- Experience coordinating provision for children with SEND and sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and its application.
- Good time management skills, and the ability to organise, prioritise and maintain a multifaceted workload.
- The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
- Excellent written and spoken communication, and interpersonal skills.
- High levels of drive, energy and integrity.
- A commitment to improve current skills and demonstrate a willingness to develop further.
- An ability to work with pupils and their families in a sensitive and positive way.
- A commitment to developing an inclusive ethos and culture where neurodiversity is celebrated.
In return, we offer:
- A caring and considerate environment where everyone is valued.
- A highly skilled and experienced team with enthusiastic and engaging children.
- A distinctive local context ensures we place inclusiveness at the heart of all we do.
Assistant SENCO employer: London Borough of Bromley
As an Assistant SENCO at our school, you will join a caring and inclusive environment that values every individual. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture where professional development is encouraged, allowing you to grow alongside a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. With flexible working arrangements and a focus on collaboration with families and external agencies, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to an inclusive educational ethos.
