Jobs in Bethersden

Assistant SENCo (Part-Time, Term-Time Plus)
We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected local private school for a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant SENCo to join their Learning Support team. This is a newly created role, offering an excellent opportunity to play a key part in the strategic development, coordination and delivery of high-quality SEND provision across the school.

Working closely with and reporting to the Head of Learning Support, the successful candidate will support the effective management of SEND processes, ensuring provision is inclusive, well-organised and aligned with evidence-based best practice. The role requires a strong understanding of Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) procedures, along with the ability to communicate professionally and confidently with fee-paying parents, Local Authorities and external agencies.
 
The Assistant SENCo will play a central role in maintaining accurate records and ensuring smooth communication between staff, families and partner organisations. A key responsibility will be leading on the preparation, tracking and submission of EHCP documentation and annual reviews, including chairing annual review meetings when delegated by the Head of Learning Support.
 
Working hours:
8.30am - 4.30pm, three days per week (days to be agreed with the successful applicant), with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

This is a term-time plus role, including INSET days and an additional 11 days worked during the school holidays.
 
Salary:
The salary for this position is £15,367 per annum, inclusive of 5.6 weeks' pro-rata holiday entitlement, based on a full-time equivalent salary of £30,420 per annum.
 
As this is a term-time plus role, annual leave must be taken during school holiday periods.

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive and forward-thinking school community, where you will contribute directly to ensuring pupils with additional needs are fully supported to achieve their potential