Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

Contract: Fixed Term 0.4

Salary: MPS/UPS+TLR2B

We are looking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic & experienced SENCo initially for a term at our successful and highly regarded school. Along with the Headteacher and Deputy Headteacher, you would be responsible for the quality of provision for all pupils on the SEND register, ensuring that all pupils are able to engage effectively in school life and learning, whatever their needs, and, where appropriate, make rapid progress from their starting points.

As an excellent classroom practitioner, you will support quality first, inclusive teaching. You will have the skills and knowledge to implement an effective graduated response and ensure that high quality target setting is implemented within planning and teaching. You will have a good understanding of the SEND Code of practice, assessment processes and how to obtain and manage funding. You will ensure our school continues to benefit from and contributes to local and regional networks, disseminating guidance and training. You should be organised, IT efficient and passionate about improving outcomes for our vulnerable children. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will have line managing responsibilities for teaching assistants.

We would expect the successful candidate to have either started or completed the National award for SENCo accreditation.

We are looking for a candidate who will:

• Have an excellent record of classroom practice and high expectations of all pupils in our inclusive school
• Have excellent leadership qualities and vision to build on our successes to date
• Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and coordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
• Work with the headteacher/deputy headteacher and governors to ensure the school meets its responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010
• Make referrals and liaise with professionals outside of the school
• Oversee the provision of pupils with EHCPs
• Have a good knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice, its application within schools and interventions for a range of SEN
• Have experience of working with external partners, relevant agencies and parents to effectively support and improve outcomes for vulnerable pupils and families

For further information please visit our website

Closing date: 16th January 2025, Noon

Interviews: 24th January 2025