Assistant SENDCo

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Salary: NJC 21 - 25: GBP33,143 - GBP36,363 FTE (GBP31,291 - GBP34,331 actual salary) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (term time only plus two weeks and INSET days)

Contract: Fixed Term until August 31st 2026

Start date: Immediate start date

Are you passionate about education and looking for a fulfilling career?

We're looking for a dedicated Assistant SENDCo to join our supportive team at Lift Winton, in Andover.

The role of the Assistant SENDCo is to support the SLT/SENDCo with all operational and administrative processes, in order to enable a smooth and effective educational provision to all of our pupils with special education needs or disabilities. The Assistant SENDCo will maintain all record systems to ensure the school's SEND records are accurate and up to date. They will gather data and do analysis to support planning of the school's SEND strategy and approach. They will also be the main liaison with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure all staff, parents, and external agencies are enabled to effectively support our SEND students. They will also support the SENDCo with consultation responses in line with the statutory 15 day response window.

You will be joining a passionate, welcoming and friendly team within the school. We warmly welcome visits from prospective applicants who want to hear and see more about what we can offer you.

About Lift Winton:We are a popular secondary school with a great reputation within the local community. The school boasts fantastic facilities, which includes a MUGA, a recently refurbished library and gymnasium, new music suite, dance studios, animal management area and expansive grounds. In addition to this, we have recently celebrated the opening of our brand new GBP5m expansion building, which includes a full size school hall, two state of the art science laboratories and two additional classrooms, as well as new toilet facilities. We are also pleased to have recently opened our renovated 'Inclusion Space' which has bespoke classrooms and breakout space for our nurture and SEND students.The school maintained a 'Good' grade in the latest visit by Ofsted in 2023. We pride ourselves on a culture of high support and high expectations, and we have excellent relationships with families and the community who work closely with us to ensure every child receives an excellent education.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.Ready to apply? Get in touch by clicking the Apply button below. We can't wait to hear from you.

The role is due to commence as soon as possible. This is a fixed term position until August 31st 2026.

Closing date: Friday 31 October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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