Assistant SENDCo

Purpose of the post:

• The Assistant SENDCo will support the SENDCo and Head of Inclusion in the coordination, delivery and monitoring of high-quality SEND provision, ensuring students with additional needs are identified early, supported effectively and enabled to achieve positive outcomes.
• The role contributes to a whole-school, inclusive and trauma‑informed approach, working collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals to ensure statutory duties are met, and best practice is embedded across the school

Responsibilities of the Post:

SEND Support and Provision

• Support the implementation of the school’s SEND strategy, policy and graduated approach, in line with the SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act.
• Assist with the day-to-day coordination of SEND provision, ensuring support plans are implemented consistently and reviewed regularly.
• Act as a key point of contact for SEND-related queries, working closely with students, parents/carers, staff and external agencies.
• Support the planning and delivery of targeted interventions for students with SEND, including those with EHCPs.
• Promote inclusion and ensure students with SEND can access the curriculum, enrichment and wider school life.

Assessment, Monitoring and Review

• Support the identification, assessment and review of students with SEND, contributing to Assess – Plan – Do – Review cycles.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SEND records, including the SEND Register, provision maps, ILPs and one-page profiles, using school systems (e.g. Eduspot).
• Carry out Annual Reviews, EHCP documentation and review meetings, ensuring information is prepared accurately and on time.
• Monitor progress and engagement of students with SEND, contributing to reports, data analysis and review meetings.

Working with Staff and Families

• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to adapt teaching approaches, resources and behaviour strategies to meet individual needs.
• Provide advice and practical support to staff to promote high expectations, inclusive practice and positive behaviour.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents/carers, supporting communication, review meetings and shared planning for students’ needs.

SEND Systems, Compliance and Quality

• Support SEND statutory processes where relevant, ensuring work aligns with the SEND Code of Practice and organisational procedures.
• Monitor the impact of assessment centre interventions and pathways, using data and feedback to inform improvement.
• Keep up to date with SEND guidance and best practice, contributing to the ongoing development of ENGAGE provision.

Training, Development and Quality Assurance

• Support the SENDCo in delivering SEND-related CPD, briefings and guidance for staff.
• Contribute to SEND monitoring activities, including provision reviews, learning walks or work scrutiny, as directed.
• Keep up to date with relevant SEND guidance and local practice, sharing information with colleagues as appropriate.

Leadership and Professional Responsibilities

• Line manage and coach support staff through appraisal, supervision and CPD.
• Model high expectations, inclusive practice and professional conduct aligned with school and company values.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of the young people.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Uphold and contribute to the development of ES policies, procedures and staff code of conduct.
• Participate in appraisal, supervision and continuous professional development.
• Access 1:1 coaching and support.
• Provide timely responses to emails or requests for information.
• Manage your online calendar and ensure important deadlines are met, seeking support where required.
• Attend all scheduled company training days, team coaching, INSET Days and meetings as required.
• Attend ES Team Awards ceremony held annually each December.
• Undertake any other duties that may be required commensurate with the scale and function of the post

Safeguarding Statement

All adults working in, or on behalf of the school have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. This includes responsibility to provide a safe environment in which children can learn.

Please refer to the below document. This guidance applies to all schools and is for: headteachers, teaching staff and the wider workforce including volunteers; governors, directors and board members. It sets out theLiverpool legal duties you must follow to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people in schools and colleges.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/keeping-children-safe-in-education–2