Does leading the SEN coordination in a school where every detail has been designed to children thrive sound appealing to you?
Set within a beautifully renovated historic building and surrounded by extensive outdoor learning spaces, this specialist school combines a calm, nurturing environment with a forward-thinking approach to education.
Since opening its doors, the school has built a strong reputation for supporting pupils with Autism and associated needs through small class sizes, therapeutic support, and a truly child-centred ethos.
As the school continues to grow, they are seeking an ambitious and passionate SENCO to help shape the next chapter of their journey.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND professional to influence whole-school strategy, develop outstanding provision and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the strategic development and implementation of SEND provision across the school
- Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and promote outstanding inclusive practice
- Oversee EHCPs, interventions, assessments and targeted support programmes
- Monitor pupil progress, analyse outcomes and drive continuous improvement
- Support, coach and develop teaching and support staff in effective SEND practice
- Work collaboratively with parents, carers, therapists and external agencies
- Lead annual reviews and ensure pupils receive the provision they need to succeed
- Maintain accurate SEND records and reporting systems
- Champion safeguarding, wellbeing and positive outcomes for every pupil
What We’re Looking For
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS)
- NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs qualification
- Experience working with children and young people with SEND, particularly Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
- Previous SENCO or SEND leadership experience
- Strong understanding of EHCP processes and SEND legislation
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills
- A collaborative approach and genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people
Why Join Them?
This is not just a generic SENCO role but an opportunity to join a school at an exciting stage of growth where your ideas, leadership and expertise will directly influence the future of SEND provision.
You’ll benefit from:
- A supportive and welcoming leadership team
- Small class sizes and specialist therapeutic support
- Extensive CPD and leadership development opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways
- Access to health and wellbeing programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 counselling service
- Retail, travel and leisure discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Generous Life Cover
- The chance to make a genuine difference every single day
If you’re an experienced SENCO looking for a role where you can combine strategic leadership with meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
If this sounds like an opportunity you would love to discuss call on 07458 142631, email or click apply today!
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