SENco Assistant

SENco Assistant

Location: Tunbridge WellsSalary: Competitive

Contract: Permanent Hours: 8:30-3:30 Monday to Friday Start Date: September

SENCO Assistant

Academics is currently looking for a SENCO Assistant to support a school's Special Educational Needs Coordinator. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, compassionate, and proactive individual who is passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Working closely with the SENCO, teaching staff, parents, and external agencies, you will play a vital role in ensuring pupils receive the support they need to achieve their full potential.

The Role

As a SENCO Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

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• Providing high-quality administrative support to the SENCO.
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• Maintaining accurate and confidential SEND records and pupil documentation.
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• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and SEND meetings.
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• Coordinating meetings with parents, staff, and external professionals, including taking minutes where required.
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• Supporting the monitoring of interventions and pupil progress.
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• Liaising with teaching staff to gather information relating to SEND provision.
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• Ensuring SEND documentation remains compliant with statutory guidance.
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• Assisting in the organisation of annual reviews and other SEND processes.
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• Promoting an inclusive learning environment for all pupils.
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What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will have:

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• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
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• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
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• A professional and confidential approach to handling sensitive information.
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• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
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• Experience working within a school or educational setting.
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• A genuine passion for supporting children with SEND.
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Desirable experience includes:

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• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
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• Previous experience supporting a SENCO or working within a SEND team.
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• Familiarity with school management or SEND systems such as Arbor, Bromcom, CPOMS, or Provision Map.
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Why Apply?

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• Term-time only working (39 weeks per year).
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• Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend working.
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• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
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• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
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• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
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• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
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• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people every day.
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Alternatively, if this role isn't quite right for you, we'd still love to hear from you. Contact us on to discuss other opportunities, or refer a friend who may be the perfect fit.

Academics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to a face-to-face registration, satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.