Assistant SENDCo

We are seeking an Assistant SENDCo to join our team at Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust. About Epsom And Ewell High School Epsom and Ewell High School offers a supportive and vibrant learning environment where students thrive. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2022 and described as "no ordinary secondary school," we balance academic excellence with preparation for life beyond the curriculum.

Our student-led approach challenges learners to think deeply while our dedicated staff ensure they progress further than national averages. We're proud to be the UK's first recipient of the Schools Mental Health Gold Award, creating an environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

Professional development is central to our success, with weekly training keeping teaching dynamic and relevant. We have a strong tradition of developing leaders from within, supported by robust in-house programs and a commitment to accelerated career progression at all levels.

At Epsom and Ewell High School, we nurture confident, ambitious students who embrace community, tolerance and high aspiration. Our ethos is simple: our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we truly believe every child can achieve.

Details Position: Assistant SENDCo

Contract: Term time plus 2 weeks, permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week (excluding one hour unpaid lunch breaks), 39 weeks per year (Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm)

Salary: Support Pay Scale 6 (Fringe) Surrey. FTE £31,658 - Pro rata £26,478

Responsible to: SENDCo and ultimately Headteacher

Benefits

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Lead the day-to-day administrative operations of the SEND department, ensuring all files, digital records, and pupil databases are updated in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory guidelines
• Manage the administrative processing of SEND admissions and mid-term entries, ensuring a timely response to paperwork
• Liaise administratively with feeder schools to coordinate the smooth transition of new pupils, including receiving, analysing, cataloguing, and securely archiving incoming SEND student files

Essential Requirements Include:

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent qualification)
• Proven track record of continuous professional development
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Our Culture At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website. How To Apply For This Role: Please click 'Quick Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay