Assistant SENDCo
Outwood Academy Ormesby, Middlesbrough, Cleveland, TS3 0RH5 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027
Closing date
19 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
14 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)
- Other leadership role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- L1-L5 (£53,586 to £59,137 per annum)
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Assistant SENDCo to support the leadership and development of our Special Educational Needs and Disabilities provision. Your role will be to ensure that Outwood Academy Ormesby students with additional needs receive high-quality support, interventions and inclusive teaching strategies to help them succeed.
You will also work closely with the Vice Principal, Lead SENDCo and the Inclusion team to develop and deliver high-quality inclusive practices, while also providing guidance on interventions, funding applications and compliance with statutory requirements. By fostering collaboration among colleagues, you will create an integrated support network, enhancing the educational experience and outcomes for all students with additional needs.
The Assistant SENDCo role requires Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). To be a Qualified SENDCo or demonstrate willingness to take the National SENCO Award Masters level qualification is also essential. Essential experience includes substantial teaching and a proven track record of success with all SEN pupil groups.
The successful candidate must also demonstrate experience with staff management, working cooperatively with parents and other professionals, and planning/delivering a professional development programme.
Key skills required include a strong knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusion best practice, and pastoral care as well as an understanding of the needs of children. They need a sound understanding of the National Curriculum and strategies to support children with special needs. Finally, the role requires effective communication, prioritizing work, and a commitment to the Trust's "Students First" ethos.
What the school offers its staff
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:
Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.
Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
Take the next step in your professional journey and apply now to access these exceptional development and system-wide impact opportunities.
Further information about the job
Welcome from the Principal:
Thank you for your interest in the vacancy at Outwood Academy Ormesby in Middlesbrough.
As Principal, I'm extremely proud of our academy, where everyone is driven to help young people thrive and meet their full potential in one of the most deprived areas in the country. We are committed to the value that ‘every interaction counts’ and work relentlessly to transform students' lives and develop positive community relationships.
We seek colleagues who value a commitment to enriching student lives, collaboration, a growth mindset, and a relentless drive to ‘turn our best into our normal’.
As part of the Outwood Family, committed to transforming lives and raising standards, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team if you share our passion for improving the lives of young people and our wider community.
Commitment to safeguarding
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
Applying for the job
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About Outwood Academy Ormesby
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 698 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- c.gamble@ormesby.outwood.com
- Phone number
- 01642 452191
We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.
The Academy became part of the Outwood Family of Schools in 2015 and as a member of the Outwood Family we believe in putting Students First, raising standards and transforming lives.
Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Ormesby
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email c.gamble@ormesby.outwood.com.
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