East Sussex County Council
SENCO Assistant (Shinewater Primary School)
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SENCO Assistant (Shinewater Primary School)
SENCO Assistant – Part-time, Term-time Only
Hours of work: 30 Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (As the position is part-time/term-time only, the salary will be prorated.)
Position Details
- Salary: £17,734 – £18,478 pro rata (Based on £25,316 – £26,378 FTE, SAT Band B)
- Contract: Term-time + 5 staff development days
- Start Date: September 2026
- Contract Duration: Fixed term, until 31/08/2027
Closing Date
Friday, 10 July 2026
Location
Shinewater Primary School Milfoil Drive, Langney Eastbourne East Sussex BN23 8ED
Contact Details:
- Phone: 01323 762129
- Email: [swp-office@swale.at]
- Website: shinewaterprimary.co.uk
About the Role
Are you organised, empathetic, and passionate about supporting children’s well-being?
We are seeking a dedicated and highly organised SENCO Assistant to join our school community. In this administrative role, you will work directly alongside our Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to provide:
- Essential administrative support
- Organisational assistance
- Welfare support to ensure pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and/or medical requirements thrive
If you are a detail-oriented professional who wants to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people, we want to hear from you.
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Experience of working in a similar role in a school setting would be considered advantageous. Applications from candidates with SEN experience or transferable skills are also welcome.
Requirements
Legal Considerations
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.
- The school will verify that the successful candidate is not disqualified under the 2018 Regulations for relevant childcare provision.
- A self-declaration form will be required as part of the pre-employment process.
- If the candidate is found to be disqualified, the offer of employment will depend on applying to Ofsted for a waiver and receiving approval.
Safeguarding & Disclosure
- Enhanced DBS disclosure is required.
- All staff must comply with safeguarding policies.
- Online safety checks will be conducted in line with KCSI guidelines.
Benefits
✔ Local Government Pension Scheme (with generous employer contributions) ✔ Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC scheme ✔ Enhanced Maternity Pay ✔ Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive ✔ Access to training and development ✔ Employee Assistance Programme (Wellbeing & advice) ✔ Discounts with local/national retailers, cinemas, and restaurants ✔ Cycle to Work Scheme ✔ On-site parking
How to Apply
Contact for Informal Discussion
Contact Emma Loncarevic, Office Manager to arrange a discussion:
- Email: emma.loncarevic@swale.at
- Phone: 01323 762129
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Submission Details
Submit a completed application form to:
- Emma Loncarevic via email: emma.loncarevic@swale.at
- Post: Shinewater Primary School, Milfoil Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN23 8ED
Applicants cannot submit CVs.
Assistance for Applications
If encountering difficulty, contact: recruitment@swale.at, 01795 426091 (Option 2)
Reasonable Adjustments Notice
Swale Academies Trust welcomes discussions on any support needed during the application process.
Legal Stance on GDPR
Application forms will be deleted once the position is filled.
Application Resources
Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS) Policy
An enhanced DBS check is mandatory. Further details: 🔗 https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record
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