Assistant SENCo
Wigmore School, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 9UW17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
From Monday 2nd November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date
15 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
28 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time (term time plus 5 days)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- HC7 Pt 19-25 (£32,061 - £36,363 pro rata)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant SENCo from 2nd November 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.
You would be working in a unique federation of dynamic, high achieving cross-phase schools. You would be part of a friendly team in a well-resourced, popular and highly regarded school.
This role would suit an HLTA, TA, Teacher or Administrator who is used to dealing with a wide range of SEND issues and who is keen to broaden their experience. The role would involve working alongside pupils and staff in lessons, to support planning, developing and quality assuring adapted provision as well as assisting the SENCo in all aspects of provision including inclusion, annual reviews, access arrangements, policies and reports, acquisition and deployment of resources and keeping staff up to date with guidance regarding SEND issues. The applicant must be organised, have a natural rapport with children and great attention to detail. Training to become a qualified SENCo is available to the successful candidate.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL
- Certificate in Learning Support (or equivalent qualification) (AF, I)
- First Aid qualification or willingness to work towards it (AF, I)
- Willingness to undertake further training, as appropriate (AF, I)
- GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or equivalent or better (AF, I)
DESIRABLE
- NASENCO or NPQSEN qualification
Experience
ESSENTIAL
- Experience of working in a school environment, perhaps as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant or Level 1 SEN Teaching Assistant in a mainstream school (or equivalent) (AF, I), or as a teacher
DESIRABLE
- Experience of working alongside a SENCo (AF, I)
- Experience of working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (AF, I)
- Experience of working with parents and other professionals related to the provision of SEND (AF, I)
- Experience of delivering other aspects of SEND support, such as speech and language therapy (AF, I)
Knowledge and Understanding
ESSENTIAL
- Knowledge of the roles of TAs and HLTAs in Schools (AF, I)
DESIRABLE
- Knowledge of the Code of Practice for SEND students (AF, I)
- Knowledge of access arrangements relevant to SEND students (AF, I)
Abilities and Skills
ESSENTIAL
- Good team worker (AF, I)
- The ability and willingness to work flexibly within the school (AF, I)
- A calm but authoritative manner with pupils (AF, I)
- The ability to relate well to pupils, parents and staff (AF, I)
- The ability to develop high quality learning resources, under the direction of the teacher (AF, I)
- The ability to accurately record and report on pupils’ progress (AF, I)
- The ability to follow and apply the teacher’s instructions and clearly explain these to pupils (AF, I)
DESIRABLE
- Competent user of ICT (AF, I)
- Minibus driver (AF, I)
Personal Attributes
ESSENTIAL
- Resilient (I, R)
- Reliable (I, R)
- Committed (I, R)
- Honest (I, R)
- Trustworthy (I, R)
- Dedicated (I, R)
- Patient (I, R)
- Loyal (I, R)
- Good sense of humour (I, R)
- High expectations of self and others (I, R)
Other Factors
ESSENTIAL
- Commitment to working with young people (I)
- Willingness to work in support of the inclusive ethos of the school (I)
- Willingness and ability to attend training days that are over and above the contractual employment, which will be paid (I)
- Good attendance record (R)
- Outstanding references (R)
- A commitment to high educational standards, which maximise the achievements of all pupils (I, R)
- A commitment to equality of opportunity for all pupils (I, R)
- A belief in working in partnership and as part of an established team (I, R)
- A commitment to continuous professional development (I, R)
- A willingness to reflect upon experiences in a critical and constructive manner (I, R)
- Police clearance (DBS check)
Evidence Key:
(AF) – Application Form
(I) – Interview
(R) – References
What the school offers its staff
An opportunity to work in a school in beautiful rural Herefordshire close to the Welsh borders.
An opportunity to work in a popular, successful and well-regarded oversubscribed school.
A school with outstanding commitment to staff development and wellbeing
A well-resourced department
A friendly, supportive environment where every individual is valued.
An absolute focus on high-quality teaching and learning
An extensive range of extracurricular activities (sports, trips, clubs) in addition to academic learning
A small school with a ‘family’ feel
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Wigmore School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful candidate must receive a satisfactory enhanced DBS check before taking up the post.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Wigmore School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 467 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Wigmore School website
- Email address
- recruitment@wigmore.hereford.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01568 770323
We are a highly successful Nursery, Primary and High School situated in the stunning surroundings of North Herefordshire. We cater for children from 3-16 years of age in two separate schools.
The schools have existed for over 50 years, federating in 2008, acadamising in 2011 under the umbrella of one academy trust, and establishing a Nursery in 2012.
In the local community, we have an enviable reputation for high standards, providing a quality education in a safe and welcoming environment. Behaviour at both schools is outstanding. As a result of our successes, we are the school of choice in the area.
Our motto is “enjoying learning together” which encompasses the shared vision to develop the notion of and celebrate the benefits of all-through education.
Our mission is to provide excellent all-round educational experiences in a nurturing environment of traditional values. We aim to ensure every child is happy, safe and successful. We strive to provide the best education locally inspiring our children to exceed their potential and develop into resilent, well-rounded, independent young people who are equipped to flourish in a modern global community.
Our pupils achieve their potential academically with many exceeding expectations. We place a strong emphasis on developing the whole child and therefore, work hard to provide an all-round education for our pupils. We offer many different experiences inside and outside the classroom, e.g. Duke of Edinburgh, foreign expeditions, forest school, values education, to ensure our pupils have access to a variety of different learning experiences.
Our staff and pupils are proud of our school, its high standards, its values and its strong emphasis on personal development. We believe that our children deserve the best education possible and values that prepare them for the future.
We welcome all children to our school and guarantee to look after them, nurture them and provide them with the best education possible.
Arranging a visit to Wigmore School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@wigmore.hereford.sch.uk.
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