Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner with a passion for SEND to make a significant impact on the lives of our students.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nStrategic Leadership: Support the development and implementation of the school's SEN policy and provision, contributing to the School Improvement Plan and self-evaluation processes.\n\nOperational Management: Oversee the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy, coordinating provision for pupils with SEN or a disability.\n\nPupil Support: Identify pupils' SEN, coordinate effective provision, review Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans, and work with parents/carers to secure relevant services.\n\nStaff Leadership: Provide professional guidance and training to colleagues, lead and manage Teaching Assistants (TAs), and contribute to staff appraisals.\n\nPartnership Working: Act as a key point of contact for external agencies, including the Local Authority, educational psychologists, and health and social care professionals.\n\nCompliance: Ensure the school meets its responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010 regarding reasonable adjustments and access arrangements.\n\nPerson Specification\n\nEssential:\n\nQualified Teacher Status (QTS).\n\nNational Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or NPQ for SENCOs (NPQSEN).\n\nSignificant and recent experience working within a special education provision, specifically with pupils who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and/or Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).\n\nProven leadership experience within a school environment, with a track record of leading and managing staff.\n\nExcellent interpersonal, communication, and ICT skills.\n\nA strong commitment to placing children and young people at the centre of all decision-making.\n\nA positive, proactive, and creative approach to problem-solving.\n\nDesirable:\n\nExperience as a SENCO within a special school setting.\n\nPersonal Qualities\n\nPassion for teaching and a commitment to improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.\n\nHigh expectations for pupil attainment and progress.\n\nA warm, empathetic, and sensitive approach to building relationships with children and adults.\n\nAbility to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workloads.\n\nA flexible and adaptable approach, with a commitment to the school's ethos and values.\n\nA commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.\n\nProfessional Development\n\nWe are committed to the professional growth of all staff. You will be expected to participate in the school's appraisal procedures, engage in further training and development, and complete required annual training such as PRICE and Positive Behaviour Support.\n\nSafeguarding\n\nThis school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide satisfactory references.\n\nApplication Process\n\nTo apply, please send your CV to by 06 July 2026.\n\nWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Early applications are encouraged