SENDCo

Role: SENDCo
Location: Compton, Wolverhampton
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: M1 – UPS1

An award-winning group of SEN schools is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to join our esteemed permanent staff at our Wolverhampton site. Recognized for our commitment to excellence in special education, we provide an inspiring and supportive environment where both students and staff thrive.

Key Responsibilities:
*Develop, implement, and evaluate the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) policy and provision, making adjustments as necessary to ensure effectiveness.
*Lead and manage the support team to ensure that all students with special educational needs receive appropriate interventions and support.
*Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals to create and maintain Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for SEN students.
*Organize and manage the assessment of students for potential learning difficulties and liaise with external agencies for additional support.
*Provide regular training and guidance to staff on SEN strategies and updates.
*Ensure the school complies with relevant legislation and best practices concerning special education needs.

Requirements:
*Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with a recognized SENCo qualification, or willingness to obtain the SENCo qualification within the first year of appointment.
*Proven experience in special education, ideally within a leadership role.
*Strong understanding of the latest SEN practices and legal requirements.
*Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
*Ability to strategize, prioritize, and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
*Empathetic and patient, with a strong commitment to enhancing student welfare and education outcomes.

For immediate consideration, apply directly to this advert. We look forward to discovering how you can make a difference at our school and help guide our students towards achieving their ambitions.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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