Thornden School are seeking to appoint a dedicated, organised, and compassionate Assistant SENCO (non-teaching role) to join our Study Skills Team.

At Thornden, we are committed to ensuring every student can aspire, succeed and belong.

This is a key non-teaching role supporting the strategic and operational delivery of SEND provision across our secondary school. The successful candidate will work closely with the SENCO to coordinate EHCP processes, annual reviews, interventions, and communication with families and external agencies. 

Salary: HCC Grade E – FTE £33,177 to £36,368 (Actual £28,628 to £31,381)

Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday 08:00-16:30 (Fridays  08:00-16:00),

39 weeks per year (term time).

Contract: Part-time, Permanent 

Responsible to: SENCO

Start date: 1st September 2026 (subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks)

Closing Date:  Sunday 14^th June 2026

Interview Date:  week commencing 15^th June 2026

Job Description – please click here

Person Specification – please click here

About the role: 

The role is ideally suited to someone with experience of SEND processes or pastoral support, who has strong organisational skills and a commitment to improving outcomes for young people with additional needs.

We are seeking professional individuals who:

We are seeking professionals who:

• Are highly organised and able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Can build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and external agencies
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Are committed to inclusion, student wellbeing, and high aspirations for all learners
• Are proactive, flexible, and solution-focused in their approach to supporting students with additional needs

In return, we can offer you: 

• A positive working environment focused on staff well-being, student welfare, progress and high standards of achievement and behaviour 
• Excellent CPD opportunities and Training and Development Programmes 
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to a fantastic Employee Assistance Programme

Join Thornden School and make a difference in a thriving and supportive environment.

About Thornden School

Thornden is a popular, oversubscribed school serving Chandler’s Ford and the surrounding area, with around 1,470 students on roll. We have a strong ethos of ambition and high expectations for all. Our students’ achievements extend far beyond the classroom, with many progressing to excel at local colleges and in higher education.

For more details about Thornden School click on Thornden School - Recruitment

About HISP Trust:

HISP MAT is committed to creating excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential.

With a growing family of schools across the region, we are proud to be outward‑facing and research‑informed, hosting both a Research School and two Teaching School Hubs.
We also offer exceptional training routes through the Hampshire SCITT Partnership and strong career development pathways for staff at all stages.

How to apply:

Please scroll down to the bottom of the page to download the application pack and complete our Support Staff Application Form.

Completed applications should be emailed to:
📩 hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk

Please note: CVs will not be accepted. No agency applications.

Internal applicants, please email hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk including in your email how your experience and skills meet the requirements of the role. 

For informal enquiries, contact:
📩 hr@thornden.hants.sch.uk

Safeguarding Statement

The HISP Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to DBS and other relevant employment checks.
We are committed to equality of opportunity throughout all stages of the recruitment process and ensuring that candidates are treated fairly and lawfully throughout the process.