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Assistant SENCo
| Posting date: | 14 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 June 2026 |
| Location: | Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8NP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | af98a906-ed18-4d15-9ff2-fcde5187cfe9 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Assistant SENCo
Westwood College – The Talentum Learning Trust
The role of Assistant SENCo is central to supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
(SEND) to thrive within an inclusive and well-coordinated learning environment. Working closely with the SENCo
and wider school teams, you will help deliver high-quality provision, meet statutory requirements, and make a
real difference to pupils’ progress, wellbeing and outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and compassionate professional who is passionate about
supporting vulnerable learners, developing effective SEND practice, and helping young people achieve their full
potential.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the SENCo in coordinating and delivering effective SEND provision across the school
• Identify needs, set targets, and monitor progress of pupils with SEND
• Deliver targeted interventions and small-group support
• Coordinate and support statutory processes, including annual reviews and access arrangements
• Maintain accurate, confidential SEND documentation and records
• Liaise effectively with parents/carers, staff and external professionals
• Promote inclusive practice and contribute to SEND development across the school
• Uphold safeguarding, equality and pupil wellbeing at all times
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Inspiring Students for Ambitious Futures
The Talentum Learning Trust Ltd is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and
Wales. Company number: 9999238
Registered office address: The Talentum Learning Trust, Westwood College, Westwood Park, Leek,
Staffordshire, ST13 8NP
About You
• Experienced in supporting pupils with additional needs within an educational setting
• Confident working with assessment, review and planning processes
• Highly organised, with excellent communication and record-keeping skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and continuous professional development
Position Details
• Contract: Permanent (Green Book terms and conditions)
• Pay: Grade 6 (SCP 9–15) – FTE £27,254 | Actual Salary £23,666
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Working Pattern: Term time plus 6 INSET days (45.28 paid weeks)
• Base: Westwood College, Leek, Staffordshire, however you may be required to work in another schools
within the Trust
• Line Manager: Head of School / SENCo
What the school offers its staff
We Offer
• Commitment to your professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Supportive working environment within a collaborative Trust
• Free onsite parking and staff facilities
• Access to school multigym before and after work
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Assistant SENCo
Westwood College – The Talentum Learning Trust
The role of Assistant SENCo is central to supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
(SEND) to thrive within an inclusive and well-coordinated learning environment. Working closely with the SENCo
and wider school teams, you will help deliver high-quality provision, meet statutory requirements, and make a
real difference to pupils’ progress, wellbeing and outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and compassionate professional who is passionate about
supporting vulnerable learners, developing effective SEND practice, and helping young people achieve their full
potential.
Key Responsibilities
• Support the SENCo in coordinating and delivering effective SEND provision across the school
• Identify needs, set targets, and monitor progress of pupils with SEND
• Deliver targeted interventions and small-group support
• Coordinate and support statutory processes, including annual reviews and access arrangements
• Maintain accurate, confidential SEND documentation and records
• Liaise effectively with parents/carers, staff and external professionals
• Promote inclusive practice and contribute to SEND development across the school
• Uphold safeguarding, equality and pupil wellbeing at all times
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Inspiring Students for Ambitious Futures
The Talentum Learning Trust Ltd is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and
Wales. Company number: 9999238
Registered office address: The Talentum Learning Trust, Westwood College, Westwood Park, Leek,
Staffordshire, ST13 8NP
About You
• Experienced in supporting pupils with additional needs within an educational setting
• Confident working with assessment, review and planning processes
• Highly organised, with excellent communication and record-keeping skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion and continuous professional development
Position Details
• Contract: Permanent (Green Book terms and conditions)
• Pay: Grade 6 (SCP 9–15) – FTE £27,254 | Actual Salary £23,666
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Working Pattern: Term time plus 6 INSET days (45.28 paid weeks)
• Base: Westwood College, Leek, Staffordshire, however you may be required to work in another schools
within the Trust
• Line Manager: Head of School / SENCo
What the school offers its staff
We Offer
• Commitment to your professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Supportive working environment within a collaborative Trust
• Free onsite parking and staff facilities
• Access to school multigym before and after work
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.