Assistant SEND Manager

THE DEAN TRUST
ASHTON ON MERSEY SCHOOL
Cecil Avenue
Sale
M33 5BP
Phone: 0161 973 1179
Email: office@aom.trafford.sch.uk
Website: http://www.thedeantrust.co.uk/

ASSISTANT SEND MANAGER - Start Date: 1 September 2026 or as soon as possible
Band 8 NJC 30 32 £40,777 - £42,839 FTE.
Actual Salary £35,863.55 - £37,677.09
36.25 hours per week,
Monday - Friday 08:00 - 16:00, Term time including 5 INSET days
Permanent
Benefits available at The Dean Trust
Local Government Pension Scheme Greater Manchester Pension Fund
24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme and gymnasium membership
Blue Light High Street Benefits and Discounts for Teacher
Simplyhealth
Annual flu jabs
Access to enhanced family-friendly policies
Preferential admission arrangements for children of colleagues

The Dean Trust is seeking to appoint a talented and hard-working Assistant SEND Manager to join our dedicated team at Ashton on Mersey School. This is a senior support role within the secondary school and plays a strategic role in contributing to whole-school planning, improvement, and development. The post holder will work as part of the wider leadership of inclusion, supporting the school’s vision and strategic priorities to ensure high-quality provision and positive outcomes for all students, particularly those with SEND and those who are Looked After (CLA).

The post holder will provide leadership and line management for a team of Higher-Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Teaching Assistants (TAs), ensuring that support staff are effectively deployed across departments and key stages to meet the diverse needs of students. This includes overseeing day-to-day practice, contributing to performance management, supporting professional development, and promoting consistently high standards of support and intervention.

Working closely with, and reporting directly to, the SENDCo, the post holder will play a key role in the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of SEND and CLA provision across the school. The role requires effective collaboration with curriculum leaders, pastoral teams, external agencies, and parents/carers to support inclusive practice and improve student progress, engagement, and wellbeing.

Ashton on Mersey School is in the central hub of The Dean Trust and serves the community of Sale and beyond. As part of our team you can contribute, collaborate and lead on many established areas that shape our school culture. Our school vision has been shaped by every member of our school community.

The school has:
An ambitious co-produced curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4 leading to a full A-Level and vocational qualification offer in Key Stage 5 at our thriving sixth form.
A reputation for securing year-on-year examination results that are consistently strong.
Modern, high-quality facilities with the latest technology solutions accessible to all staff and pupils and with sports facilities that rank alongside some of the best in the country.
An exceptional character and personal development programme which involves a renowned provision of extra-curricular activity with specialism in Sport and Performing Arts.
A dedicated group of teaching and support staff that lead excellent pastoral care in an inclusive school which maintains a traditional expectation with regards to standards of behaviour.
Direct access to the Believe Learning Institute (The Dean Trust’s centre for professional learning, including leadership development), Turing NW Maths Hub and SCITT; all based on site.
World-class opportunities and partnerships forged with national and international partners, including Manchester United Football Club, with whom we have provided an educational package for youth players for over 25 years, and Sale Sharks, with Ashton on Mersey students participating in the ACE league.

This exciting opportunity will suit a candidate who demonstrates the following qualities, knowledge and skills:
Has a strong commitment to supporting SEND pupils and inclusive education
Demonstrates high expectations and leads by example
Is adaptable, resilient, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Is enthusiastic, motivated, and proactive
Can think creatively and inspire others
Has excellent organisation and time management skills
Communicates effectively with staff, pupils, parents, and external agencies
Works well both independently and as part of a team, with leadership capability
Shows empathy and sensitivity to individual needs
Has a strong understanding of child development, SEND, and education practices
Is confident using data and ICT to support learning and improvement
Has a secure knowledge of relevant policies, curriculum, and legislation
Is committed to continuous professional development

To apply for this vacancy please visit our recruitment page www.careers.thedeantrust.co.uk

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maxine Mills HR Assistant on 0161 973 1179 Option 6 or email MaxineMills@aom.trafford.sch.uk

We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics.

The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.

Application closing date - 08:00 Monday 1 June 2026 at 8.00 am
Interview date - Week commencing Monday 8 June 2026
Thank you again for your interest in working for The Dean Trust.
We look forward to hearing from you.