Assistant SENDCo

Finham Park School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 6EA

4 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  July 2026

• Closing date

  2 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  8 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,699.00 - £39,862.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 6

Assistant SENDCo job summary

This is a new and exciting opportunity created as part of our unwavering commitment to delivering the very best education for every student—particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). As we align our provision with the Government’s ambitions outlined in the recent SEND White Paper, this role sits at the heart of our inclusive vision.

The Assistant SENDCo will play a pivotal role in ensuring that every student with SEND receives the support they need to thrive. Working closely with the Director of SEND and Deputy SENDCo, you will help to ensure that communication between students, staff, and parents is clear, consistent, and meaningful. You will support the implementation and monitoring of high-quality provision, ensuring that interventions are effective and delivered in a timely way.

You will join a dedicated, experienced, and collaborative team within our Gateway provision, where inclusion is not just a priority but a shared passion. We offer a comprehensive induction programme, alongside ongoing opportunities for professional development—allowing you to grow in the role while contributing your own experience, insights, and expertise.

This role is both rewarding and demanding. You will need to confidently manage a busy and varied workload, juggle multiple priorities, and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. However, the challenges are matched by the opportunity to make a genuinely meaningful and lasting impact—supporting young people with SEND, working closely with families, and contributing to a community that strives for a truly world-class educational experience for all.

If you are passionate about inclusive education and ready to take the next step into SEND leadership, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Finham Park Multi Academy Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage and if you are offered a job position with us.

Online Checks

In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) 2025 we will complete online searches as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of these checks they will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns are identified we reserve the right to withdraw your application.

Finham Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be request to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Address: Green Lane, Coventry, West Midlands, CV3 6EA, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 24 764 18135

http://www.finhampark.co.uk/index.php

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.

Commitment to safeguarding

Finham Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be request to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Finham Park School

• School type: Academies, Does not apply, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1705 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Finham Park School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/finham-park-school-coventry

Finham Park is a popular and successful 11 -18 comprehensive school situated in the south-west of Coventry. It has an excellent reputation within the local community as well as nationally and internationally with our staff are both dedicated and highly qualified. The school was accredited as a World Class School in 2015, 2018, 2020 and 2021.
Ofsted described the school as a place where there is a strong culture of learning and a proven track record of academic success, with students consistently making above average national levels of progress in their studies in both Key Stages 4 and 5. The behaviour of the students is Outstanding.
Their eagerness for learning allows our teachers to deliver stimulating and innovative lessons that result in rapid progress. There is a clear focus on the development of teaching and learning through engagement in national research programmes with a strong structure of support at all levels. In addition, there is personalised programme of professional development and extensive opportunities for career progression.
The school is well resourced. New technologies are widely available and are helping to transform teaching and learning across a diverse range of subjects. In addition, ongoing investment has been made to the whole site - recently by upgrading science laboratories, STEM workrooms, a sixth form centre and new performing arts block.

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