Ref
197846
Number of Posts
1
Grade
NJC APT&C Grade 8 (pts
Salary
£32366 to £ 36295
Term
Full-time.
Perm / FTC
Permanent.
Required
(ASAP ) .
Hours
37 hours a week.
Closing Date
06/10/2025.
Location
Carnforth High School, Kellet Road, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9LS (685 on roll)
Tel:
School website:
Summary
The position of Assistant SENCO at Carnforth High School is a key role in our inclusive, community school.
The Assistant SENCO will work alongside the SENCO to provide the provision for all pupils who have additional learning needs and work alongside the SENCO to secure excellent outcomes. They will be committed to breaking down any barriers to learning by deploying the support team and identified resources in effective and creative ways to meet the requirements of individual pupils with additional and different learning needs. They will be part of the Schools Extended Leadership Team.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Essential Qualifications
Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
Relevant and recent CPD
Desirable Qualifications
Qualified Teacher Status
Experience of working with children with special educational needs
Essential Experience
Relevant experience of teaching in the secondary phase
Awareness and understanding of children's development
Knowledge of a range of teaching methodologies
Desirable Experience
Involvement in co-curricular activities
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Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.