Job Introduction
Coningsby St Michael’s Church of England Primary School are seeking a SENCo Assistant to join their team.
To support the day-to-day operational work of the SENDCO.
To assist the SENDCO in leading the provision for special educational needs within school, liaising with SLT as required.
To assist the SENDCO with administrative tasks associated with SEND
Key Tasks and Responsibilities:
To assist the SENDCO in leading the provision for special educational needs within school.
To assist the SENDCO in the deployment of SEND resources and to ensure that they are used efficiently, effectively and safely
Under the direction of the SENDCO, to develop curriculum resources to ensure that pupils with SEND have the necessary levels of support
To work with the SENDCO to develop, implement and monitor intervention groups and support
Support pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and make progress towards their learning objectives.
Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils.
Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils wellbeing by following the school’s policies and procedures related to SEND and to Inclusion, including Accessibility Plan, Safeguarding and Child Protection, Inclusion, Health and Safety, First Aid Policy, confidentiality and data protection.
Follow the schools Health and Safety rules and procedures and adhere to safeguarding principles; and report all concerns to the appropriate person.
Provide support with regard to the personal care, health and medical needs of students.
Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities.
As a Teaching Assistant, support the delivery of high-quality interventions.
Support the SENDCO with the writing of individual education plans,
Applying for statutory EHC plans as required under the direction of the SENDCO
Ensuring that accurate and detailed records are kept of meetings and discussions with parents and outside agencies
Liaise with and inform parents/ carers about the specifics of SEND provision for their child under the direction of the SENDCO.
Work with the SENDCO and other staff to ensure that individual education plans and other school specific documents are used to set subject-specific targets and work well to meet pupils’
Support the SENDCO and class teachers in using data effectively to identify pupils who are significantly underachieving and, where necessary, create and implement plans to support those pupils
Other:
The duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive. The postholder may be required to undertake other duties that may be required from time to time within the general scope of the post. Any such duties should not substantially change the general character of the post. Duties and responsibilities outside of the general scope of this grade of post will be with the consent of the postholder.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with LAAT Equal Opportunities policies.
The postholder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the LAAT Health and Safety policies and procedures.
All employees need to be aware of the possible abuse of children and vulnerable adults and if you are concerned you need to follow the Academies’ Safeguarding Policy. In addition, employees working with children have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of during their work.
In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, please be advised that if shortlisted, we will carry out internet searches to support our commitment to safer recruitment. Please note that the purpose of this is to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school might want to explore with applicants at interview. Internet searches will be carried out by someone who is not directly involved in the recruitment process and only relevant information will be shared with the interview panel.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Closing date for applications 28th August 2025
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
