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We are seeking to appoint two full-time Area SENCO Assistants to join our Inclusion Support Early Years Team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the Area SENCO Team in improving outcomes for young children aged 0–5  years with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

The post holders will play a key role in supporting early years settings to develop inclusive, high-quality practice. You will work collaboratively with early years practitioners, families, and partner professionals to strengthen early identification, assessment, and intervention for children with SEND, in line with the SEND Code of Practice (2015). We are looking for motivated, confident individuals with a passion for inclusion, strong communication skills, and experience of working with young children with SEND in early years or related settings.

Essential Requirements:

• NNEB/BTEC/ NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent or higher.

The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Please submit a CV and supporting statement on how you meet the criteria listed in the personnel specification to Donna_Woodhall@sandwell.gov.uk before the closing date.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to submit your CV as soon as possible. When submitting your CV and supporting statement, please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you are an internal candidate and currently at risk, please let the recruiting manager know.

If you wish to apply as Care Leaver or a Disability Confident candidate, please make sure to state this when submitting your CV.

If you have a disability and require assistance in submitting your CV, please contact Donna_Woodhall@sandwell.gov.uk

Company: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council

Salary: Band E SCP 18-25 (£31,537 - £36,363 per annum)

Location: Sandwell, West Midlands, West Midlands

Sector: Education

Sector: Early Intervention

Sector: School Administration

Job Role: Officer

Job Role: Teaching Assistant