About Us
East Sussex Skills Academy is a commissioned Alternative Provision in East Sussex for pupils who have been permanently excluded from school. The new school, part of London South East Academies Trust, aims to provide an inspirational offer for children in our care. We are at an exciting phase of development and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check.
Position Overview
We are looking for an Assistant SENCo to join our new school for September 2026. The role is part‑time, 21 hours/3 days a week, term‑time only. The salary will be pro‑rata.
Responsibilities
* Support the SENCo in the provision of specialist education and support services.
* Engage with pupils in a positive, calm and caring way.
* Collaborate with teaching staff and governing body to design and implement programmes for pupils who have been permanently excluded.
* Assist in the planning and delivery of induction training and ongoing CPD for staff.
* Ensure safeguarding procedures and the Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy are followed.
Qualifications & Requirements
* Passion for learning and a commitment to pupils.
* Highly motivated, resilient, kind and caring.
* Strong team‑working abilities and ability to work well with staff and governing body.
* Willingness to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Scheduling & Working Hours
Hours of work: 21 hours, 3 days a week, term‑time only. Working pattern: part‑time, term‑time only. Salary is pro‑rata for the part‑time hours.
Contact
East Sussex Skills Academy
Down Road, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN39 4HS
Phone: 01424 6134585
Email: Nicola.briggs@eastsussexskills.lseat.org.uk
Website: www.eastsussexskillsacademy.greenhousecms.co.uk
Closing date: Sunday 21 June 2026
Interview date: The week of 29 June 2026
Start date: 2nd September 2026
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