Are you an experienced SENCO looking for an opportunity to make a real impact within a thriving specialist setting? Do you have the knowledge, leadership skills and passion to ensure children with additional needs receive the highest quality education and support? This welcoming SEND school in Atherstone is looking to appoint a dedicated and ambitious SENCO to join its leadership team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a specialist school that supports children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and associated learning needs. The school is renowned for its exceptional facilities, specialist resources and welcoming culture, with a leadership team that is committed to supporting both pupils and staff to achieve their very best.
As SENCO, you will lead the strategic development of SEND provision across the school, ensuring every pupil receives personalised support that enables them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Working closely with teachers, therapists, parents and external agencies, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards of inclusive practice and ensuring EHCP provision is delivered effectively.
This role would suit an experienced SENCO looking for a fresh challenge or an aspiring SEND leader with the relevant qualifications and specialist knowledge.
The Role:
Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school
Oversee EHCP implementation, annual reviews and statutory processes
Monitor pupil progress and ensure personalised learning programmes are effective
Support teachers and support staff to deliver outstanding SEND practice
Work collaboratively with families, therapists and external professionals
Lead staff training and promote high-quality inclusive teaching
Contribute to whole-school improvement and strategic planning
Ensure the school remains fully compliant with SEND legislation and best practiceThe Successful Candidate Will Have:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
The National Award for SEN Coordination (or be working towards it where appropriate)
Significant experience working within a SEND setting
Excellent knowledge of EHCPs, the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive education
Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
A collaborative approach and a passion for improving outcomes for children with SENDIn Return You Will Receive:
A permanent leadership opportunity within a highly regarded SEND school
Outstanding facilities and access to specialist teaching resources
A supportive and experienced leadership team
Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression
A collaborative and welcoming staff team
The opportunity to shape and develop SEND provision across the school
A rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young peopleIf you are interested in this SENCO opportunity, please "Apply Now" or contact The Education Network Birmingham for more information. Not the role for you? Ask about our other SENCO and SEND leadership opportunities across the West Midlands.
The Education Network Offer:
Our specialist team have a combined experience of over 25 years and have unrivalled reputation within the education market, taking great pride in the extremely high service levels that we provide to both our schools and our candidates. Our service is honest and efficient and, in addition to our recruitment solution, we offer the opportunity for additional training and development for our candidates. You will also receive personalised career support from the team.
The opportunity to work in friendly, caring and supportive atmosphere where every child matters. Highly supportive, committed and hard working Consultants who will endeavor to find assignments suited to your needs.
An opportunity to extend your professional development as well as excellent rates of pay.
The Education Network is committed to safe guarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, including enhanced DBS checks and references.-
The Education Network is committed to Safer Recruitment and recruits to Compliance+ standards. Any appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check in addition to other safeguarding checks. The Education Network is an equal opportunities employer. The Education Network is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Due to the expected high-volume of applications we receive only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 3 days
Salary description
£46940.00 - £52835.00 per year