The SENDCo is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and day‑to‑day coordination of the school's SEND provision ensuring that all pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress and receive high‑quality, inclusive education. This role could be a 0.6 SENDCo only role or a full‑time role with some teaching cover. The Governors, staff and children at Gosford Park Primary School are seeking to appoint an innovative, highly driven and motivated SENDCo to join our school family.
Strategic Leadership
* Lead the strategic development of SEND provision across the school.
* Contribute to whole‑school improvement planning as a member of the leadership team where applicable.
* Ensure the school complies with statutory SEND requirements and relevant legislation.
* Promote an inclusive ethos where all pupils' needs are understood and met.
Identification and Assessment
* Oversee the identification, assessment, and monitoring of pupils with SEND.
* Maintain and regularly update the SEND register.
* Coordinate graduated response plans (Assess‑Plan‑Do‑Review).
Provision and Support
* Coordinate appropriate interventions and support strategies for pupils with SEND.
* Advise and support teachers on Quality First Teaching and adaptive strategies.
* Monitor the effectiveness and impact of SEND provision and interventions.
Collaboration and Communication
* Work closely with class teachers, teaching assistants, parents/carers, and governors.
* Act as the key point of contact for external agencies (e.g. Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapy, CAMHS, social care).
* Lead and attend review meetings, including EHCP reviews.
Staff Development
* Provide advice, guidance, and training to staff on SEND‑related matters.
* Support the deployment, training, and performance of teaching assistants working with SEND pupils.
Administration and Funding
* Ensure accurate and confidential SEND documentation and records are maintained.
* Contribute to the effective management of SEND budgets and resources.
* Support applications for EHCPs and additional funding where appropriate.
Safeguarding
* Uphold the school's safeguarding and child protection policies at all times.
* Promote the welfare, wellbeing, and safety of all pupils, particularly those who may be more vulnerable.
* Carry out duties in accordance with the professional standards for teachers and the school's policies.
Other Duties
* Other duties may be required that are appropriate to the role, as directed by the Headteacher.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* National Award for SEND Coordination (or willingness to complete within statutory timescales).
* Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive practice.
* Experience of supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs in a primary setting.
* Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
* Experience as a SENDCo.
* Experience working with external agencies and the EHCP processes.
* Understanding of behaviour, social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).
About the School
Gosford Park Primary School is a friendly and supportive school environment. We offer a forward‑thinking and creative place to work, with a fantastic, diverse community of children, families and staff who share the same values: ‘One Community, Many Cultures; Growing and Learning Together’.
Professional Development Commitment
We are committed to your professional development.
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