Assistant SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator)

Cippenham School, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5RB

19 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  11 May 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  22 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Qualified Teacher £34,398 to £52,490 per annum
• Pay scale: Qualified Teacher M1 to M6 / UPS 1 to 3 (Fringe)
• Additional allowances:

  plus an TLR payment of £3,527 per annum

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a passionate educator with a heart for inclusive education?

Do you have the drive to ensure that every child — regardless of their starting point — reaches their full potential?

Cippenham School is looking for a dedicated, organised, and empathetic Assistant SENCO to join our thriving Inclusion Team. This is a pivotal role where you will support the SENCO in leading our provision, ensuring our pupils with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) receive the high-quality support they deserve.

The Role

As the Assistant SENCO, you won’t just be managing paperwork; you’ll be a champion for our most vulnerable learners. Your day-to-day will involve:

• Coordinating Provision: Managing interventions and ensuring EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) requirements are met with precision.

• Collaborative Leadership: Supporting class teachers and LSAs to adapt the curriculum effectively.

• Pupil Advocacy: Working directly with pupils to monitor progress and celebrate their unique milestones.

• Partnership Building: Acting as a key point of contact for parents, carers, and external agencies (Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, etc.).

What We Are Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): Essential for this role.

• SEND Expertise: A deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and a proven track record of supporting diverse learning needs.

• A Strategic Thinker: Someone who can analyze data to identify gaps and implement effective solutions.

• An Empathetic Communicator: Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with families and staff.

• SENCO national professional qualification (NPQ), previously The National Award in SEN co-ordination (NASENCO): Highly desirable for this role (or a willingness to work towards).

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Cippenham School?

At Cippenham, we believe in "Growth for All." You will be joining a supportive, forward-thinking environment where professional development is prioritised.

We offer:

• A dedicated and friendly staff team.

• Ongoing CPD and mentorship opportunities.

• The chance to make a tangible difference in a vibrant, multicultural school community.

• An opportunity to become part of the wider learning community and family of schools within The Elliot Foundation Academies Trust. www.elliotfoundation.co.uk

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

As a staff member at Cippenham School you would be part of a cohesive team which is committed to putting our children first. We are a school community who are passionate about teaching and developing children with life-long skills to make them become independent, successful members of the wider community.

If you feel you have the skills to be part of our amazing five form entry school, please view our school website for further information

We look forward to hearing from you.

Commitment to safeguarding

The safety and well-being of our pupils is at the heart of everything we do.

Cippenham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff to share and demonstrate this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks including a Barred List check, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and satisfactory references.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

2026.4 Assistant SENCO Advert.pdf - 90.8 KB (opens in new tab)

2026 Job Profile Assistant SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator).pdf - 140 KB (opens in new tab)

About Cippenham School

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 1017 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Cippenham School website
• Email address: hr@cippenhamschool.org.uk
• Phone number: 01628604665
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/cippenham-school

Cippenham is a diverse, vibrant community where every child really does matter and is valued regardless of their social, cultural, religious or ethnic background.

We are committed to supporting each child to be the 'best they can be.'

Cippenham School was formed on the 1st September 2020 from the amalgamation of Cippenham Infant School and Cippenham Primary School. In September 2022, we joined The Elliot Foundation Academies Trust.

Arranging a visit to Cippenham School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@cippenhamschool.org.uk.

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