Assistant SENCO - Permanent - September 2026 Start

Location: Birmingham
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2026

An outstanding secondary school in Birmingham is seeking to appoint a committed and passionate Assistant SENCO to join their established SEND team from September 2026.
This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring or experienced practitioner looking to further develop their career within a high-performing, inclusive school environment that places SEND provision at the heart of its ethos.

The Role

As Assistant SENCO, you will:

• Support the SENCO in leading and managing the SEND provision across the school
• Work closely with teaching staff to ensure high-quality, inclusive classroom practice
• Assist with the identification, assessment, and monitoring of students with SEND
• Contribute to the development and implementation of effective intervention strategies
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external agencies
• Help drive improvements in outcomes and experiences for students with additional needs

The School

• Outstanding Ofsted-rated secondary school
• Strong and supportive leadership team
• Clear commitment to inclusive education and staff development
• Excellent behaviour and a positive learning environment
• A well-established SEND department with a collaborative approach

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working with students with SEND in a secondary setting
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and best practice
• Passionate about inclusive education and making a difference
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• SEN qualification (or willingness to work towards) is desirable

What's on Offer

• Permanent position at a high-performing school
• Supportive leadership and career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking SEND provision

Next StepsThe school is looking to interview this month, so early applications are encouraged.To express your interest or to find out more, please get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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