Job Vacancy: SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
Location: Shoeburyness, Essex
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Start Date: January 2026
Salary: £34,001 - £40,150 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
About the Role
Chalk education are seeking a dedicated and passionate SENCO to join our team from January 2026 on a permanent, full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is committed to supporting all pupils to achieve their full potential.
As SENCO, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering our SEND provision, ensuring that students with additional needs receive the highest standard of support and that staff are equipped to meet those needs effectively.
Alongside the staff you will be responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
* Work closely with teachers, support staff, parents, and external agencies to identify and address individual needs.
* Develop and oversee individual education plans (IEPs) and support strategies.
* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provision and interventions.
* Provide guidance, training, and support to staff across the school.
* Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and all statutory requirements.
Requirements
* SENCO qualification (National Award for SEN Coordination) - essential.
* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* A thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* A genuine commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners.
Additional Requirements
* References confirming suitability for role.
* Commitment to Safeguarding.
* Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service.
* Eligibility to work in the UK.
Benefits
* Support from dedicated and knowledgeable specialist consultants.
* Continual professional development through online training.
* Competitive pay rates related to your experience.
* Opportunities within a range of schools and provisions.
* Refer a friend bonus with £150 in vouchers.
About Chalk
At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements. We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust. Top Apply, please send your CV over or click apply.
The Legal Bit
Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.
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