Senco Assistant – Excellent School Opportunity In Maidstone

SENCO Assistant required for a highly regarded school in Maidstone

• SENCO Assistant position within a supportive and inclusive school

• Excellent opportunity for an experienced SEN professional or strong school-based candidate

• Work closely with the SENCO and wider pastoral team

• Support pupils with a broad range of additional learning needs

• Welcoming environment with a strong commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing

Our Client is seeking a dedicated and organised SENCO Assistant to join a highly supportive school in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has experience working within a Special Educational Needs environment and is looking to develop their career further within a school setting. The successful candidate will work closely with the SENCO, teaching staff, pastoral teams, families and external professionals to ensure that pupils with additional needs receive appropriate support and are able to access the curriculum successfully.

The role will involve assisting with the day-to-day coordination of SEND provision, maintaining accurate records, supporting the implementation of individual learning plans and helping to monitor the progress and wellbeing of pupils with additional needs. The successful applicant will need to be highly organised, approachable and confident when communicating with a wide range of professionals.

You will become an important member of the school's inclusion team, helping to ensure that SEND pupils receive appropriate interventions and that staff have the information and resources they need to support individual learners effectively. This could include supporting assessments, attending meetings, communicating with parents and carers, liaising with external agencies and helping to ensure that relevant documentation remains accurate and up to date.

School Information:

The school is based in Maidstone and has developed a strong reputation for providing a supportive, inclusive and ambitious learning environment. Staff work collaboratively to ensure that pupils are encouraged to achieve their potential, regardless of their individual starting points or additional needs.

There is a strong emphasis on pastoral care and inclusion, with the school committed to ensuring that every pupil feels valued and supported. The SEN team works closely with teachers and school leaders, creating a collaborative environment in which effective communication and teamwork are highly valued.

This is an excellent opportunity for a SENCO Assistant who wants to work within a well-organised school where their contribution will have a genuine impact on pupils' educational experiences.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Previous experience working within a school or education setting

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND or additional learning needs

• Understanding of SEN provision and inclusive educational practice

• Strong organisational and administrative skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively with teachers, parents, carers and external professionals

• A patient, empathetic and child-centred approach

• A relevant qualification or experience within education, SEN or pastoral support would be advantageous

• Legal ability to work within the UK

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