Associate Assistant Headteacher – SENDCO (Full Time or Part Time - 0.8)

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities. As Associate Assistant Headteacher SENDCo, you will play a key role in leading our SEND provision, working closely with staff, students, parents, and external agencies to ensure all learners receive tailored support that enables them to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates eager to develop their skills within this vital area of education.

Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification

• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or NPQ (SENDCO)

• Level 7 qualification in Psychometric Assessment

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents/carers, colleagues, and external professionals

• Excellent organisational skills, including effective time management and accurate record keeping

• A commitment to understanding diverse learning needs and adapting approaches accordingly

• Willingness to undertake further relevant training related to special educational needs coordination

Values and Attitudes

• A genuine passion for inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for all students, regardless of their abilities or challenges

• Empathy, patience, resilience, and a positive approach when working with young people facing difficulties

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to work as part of a team across different departments within the school

• Commitment to ongoing professional development, both personally and for others

• Dedication to creating a safe, nurturing environment where every child feels valued

If you are motivated by making a difference in children’s lives through excellent SEND provision at Urmston Grammar School, then we would love to hear from you.