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Job Title: SENCo Assistant
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Location: New Barn School, Newbury, Berkshire, RG20 8HZ
Contract: Permanent; Term Time only
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
As part of our continued growth in service, we are looking for a SENCo Assistant to join our team at New Barn School in Newbury, Berkshire.
About The Role
To support the SENCo’s and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in various administrative obligations, including communication with local authorities, administration of annual reviews of EHCPs, travel arrangements, and tracking of vulnerable young people.
Main Duties
* Coordinate with Teachers, Local Authorities, EHCPs, Social Workers, and SLT on education reviews and EHCPs.
* Facilitate and take part in Annual Education Reviews, including minute-taking and completion.
* Ensure all paperwork is completed and distributed appropriately.
* Support pupil admissions: setting up meetings, maintaining induction packs, updating class lists, and managing pupil files.
* Maintain pupil files and archives.
* Organize and facilitate transport arrangements.
* Handle inquiries from professionals, parents, and others.
* Prepare reports, letters, and documents.
* Create documents using Word, Excel, or other software.
* Perform photocopying, filing, and data collation.
About Us
New Barn School provides a broad, balanced curriculum for students aged 6–19 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. We utilize outdoor learning environments including forest school, farm experiences, and horse riding. Located within easy reach of Swindon, Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke, and Reading, our environment fosters development and confidence in a secure setting.
Part of Acorn Care and Education, the UK’s leading provider of specialist education and residential care for vulnerable pupils, committed to innovative, outcome-focused education.
Why Join Us
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* Life Assurance
* Pension options
* Wellbeing support services and health checks
Flexible benefits through Vista platform, including health and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, electric car schemes, critical illness cover, and family support benefits.
We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare. All applicants will undergo social media checks and DBS clearance. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if necessary.
Work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more personal time.
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