Assistant SENCO

Are you an experienced SEN Specialist, a senior Learning Support professional, or an aspiring SENCO looking to step into a leadership capacity without the classroom teaching commitment?

We are partnering with the outstanding Academy in Greenwich to recruit a dedicated and highly motivated Assistant SENCO for a maternity cover contract. This is a brilliant opportunity to join one of the most successful academies in London, known for its incredible student-first culture, exceptional behaviour, and supportive leadership team.

This is a non-teaching position, making it the perfect fit for an experienced SEN practitioner, HLTA, or education professional looking to focus 100% of their energy on SEND provision, coordination, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Provision Management: Coordinate and oversee the implementation of EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans) and targeted interventions across the academy.

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and deploy a skilled team of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to ensure high-impact classroom support.

• Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, parents, external agencies, and the local authority to review progress and tailor support.

• Assessment & Tracking: Monitor, track, and report on the academic and social progress of SEND students using data to adapt provisions.

• Inclusion Advocate: Promote a culture of high expectations and inclusive practice across the entire school community.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: A proven track record of working with SEND pupils in a secondary mainstream or specialist setting. Experience in an Assistant SENCO, Lead LSA, or HLTA role is highly desirable.

• Qualifications: While Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is welcome, it is not required for this non-teaching post. We want to hear from highly experienced SEND professionals with strong leadership skills and deep knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.

• Skills: Exceptional organisation, strong communication skills, and the ability to inspire both staff and students.

• Mindset: A warm, resilient, and proactive professional who believes that every child, regardless of barrier, can achieve greatness.

Why Join Harris Academy Greenwich?

"Ofsted Outstanding in all areas - Academy is renowned for its world-class professional development and collaborative, friendly working environment."

• Collaborative Network: Gain access to the incredible resources, training, and support of the wider network.

• Impeccable Behaviour: Benefit from a highly structured, calm, and respectful environment where teachers can teach and pupils want to learn.

• Location: Easily accessible via public transport with excellent connections across South East London and Kent.

As a specialist education recruitment agency, we are managing the initial shortlisting process on behalf of the academy.

Interested? Please submit your updated CV today, highlighting your relevant SEN experience.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory background references.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

BEd,early childhood studies degree,HLTA,HLTA

education

high school,college,university