Overview
King Edward VI School, Lichfield – Assistant Senco x 2
Following a review of our Learning Support Department, we are seeking to appoint two highly motivated, committed and talented teachers to support the SENCO in leading and managing the provision for students with Special Educational Needs at King Edward VI School. The successful candidates will be excellent practitioners with a proven track record of inclusive classroom practice and the ability to model good practice to other staff. We are looking for an emerging leader with a pro-active approach, excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting young people with additional needs. The role is varied and will require the versatility to work with all stakeholders, developing and maintaining positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and external agencies. Candidates will contribute to teaching across the school, with time made available to carry out their duties as assistant Senco.
King Edward VI School is a popular 11-18 comprehensive school rated Good by OfSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well-regarded within the community and has a reputation for high quality teaching. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city which is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.
If you would like to discuss the role further or arrange a visit to our school, please contact office@keslichfield.org.uk. For further information and all the documents you will need to make an application, please visit our website VACANCIES or email: office@keslichfield.org.uk or telephone 01543 255714.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (Formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.
Responsibilities
* Support the SENCO in leading and managing provision for students with Special Educational Needs.
* Contribute to teaching across the school, with time allocated to duties as assistant Senco.
* Model inclusive classroom practice and share good practice with other staff.
* Develop and maintain positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and external agencies.
* Engage with stakeholders to support accessibility and inclusion across the school.
Requirements & Qualities
* Emerging leader with a pro-active approach and excellent communication skills.
* Passion for supporting young people with additional needs; ability to collaborate with a wide range of partners.
* Experience or clear potential to work across the school as part of the inclusion team.
Terms
* Salary: MPR-UPR
* TLR: 2.1 - £3,527 per annum
* Contract type: Full Time
* Contract term: Permanent
* Required by: September 2026
* Interview: Wednesday 20 May 2026
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