What skills and experience were looking for
You must be able to:
* Understand the graduated approach and inclusive classroom strategies
* Interpret EHCPs and translate them into effective provision
* Understand the current SEND legislation and best practices
* Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, families, and professionals
* Be skilled in having difficult conversations with empathy and professionalism
* Build trust with vulnerable pupils and their families
* Have strong written communication for record-keeping, reports, and EHCP contributions
* Teaching experience in a Primary School setting
* Collaborative working with parents, colleagues, governors and outside agencies
* Working with challenging behaviours
* Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act
* Current developments and best practice in SEND legislation and all aspects of inclusion
* Effective management of provision for SEND
* Range of types of SEND needs, and interventions available
* Use of assessment and attainment information to improve practice and raise standards
* Knowledge of effective classroom strategies to support pupils with SEND across the curriculum
* Expectations within the new EYFS and National Curriculum
* Clear vision for SEND provision
* Analyse and interpret relevant school, and national data
* Lead, manage and motivate colleagues
* Plan, delegate, support and evaluate work undertaken by teams and individuals
* Ability to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines
* Promote learning ethos of the school
* Create and maintain an inclusive environment which promotes good behaviour and celebrates success
* Effective interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; both written and oral
* A commitment to inclusive education and a willingness to respond to the needs of all learners
* Ambition, energy, enthusiasm, determination resilience and drive to develop your role
* Reliability, professionalism and integrity
* A commitment to equality and diversity
* A commitment to Safeguarding
What the school offers its staff
* As part of a thriving Multi Academy Trust, our school offers a collaborative and supportive environment where SENDCos work closely with colleagues across the Trust, including experienced SEND leads and professionals.
* You’ll benefit from a strong network of expertise, effective CPD opportunities, and shared best practices that enhance provision for all learners.
* Staff wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do - with access to a 24-hour confidential wellbeing service, an open-door policy, and a culture of care and respect.
* We are committed to professional growth and personal support, ensuring you feel valued and empowered in your role.
Further details about the role
Main responsibilities
* Strategic Leadership of SEND– Develop, implement, monitor and maintain SEND policies and practice which reflect the school’s commitment to high achievement and within statutory requirements.
* Plan and evaluate work carried out by staff to meet the needs of targeted children and ensure a consistent approach across the school and disseminate outstanding practise.
* Analyse and interpret relevant school, local and national data and use outcomes to inform future developments.
* Undertake SEND evaluation, contributing to continuous improvement in practice and the School Development Plan.
* Ensure that planning and provision for pupils with additional needs is inclusive and enables access to the full curriculum, particularly for the lowest 20% of learners.
* Monitoring & Reporting– Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of pupil needs, interventions, and progress.
* Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and support strategies, adapting provision based on pupil progress and need.
* Lead EHCP reviews, provision mapping, and SEND audits.
* Use pupil progress and inclusion data to inform strategic decisions, including evaluating the impact of SEND and wellbeing initiatives, and produce the annual SEND report for governors.
* Operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of provision– Maintain an accurate SEND register and provision map; oversee day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and use provision from the local offer; manage SEND budget and resources; deliver or broker guidance, support and training to all staff; manage intervention and development of alternative teaching strategies and individual programmes; track progress using data; monitor progress and evaluate impact; support transitions for SEND pupils.
* Support for Pupils with SEN or a disability– Coordinate provision, develop and teach interventions, initiate assessments, prepare referrals and attend meetings with outside agencies; prepare and manage statutory assessment paperwork; liaise with parents, carers and outside agencies; contribute to and prepare ECHPs; administer, organise, attend and chair annual reviews.
* Line Management– Coordinate staff supporting the SEND function.
* Professional Development– Keep up to date with current educational issues and SEND regulations; participate in training and appraisal processes.
* Staff Support– Provide advice, coaching and collaboration to develop inclusive strategies and behaviour management; support teachers in identifying effective strategies to promote engagement, regulation and progress.
* General– Lead and participate in regular meetings; contribute to the school’s ethos; build constructive relationships with professionals; undertake other duties as required by the Headteacher.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to checks including: DBS, medical, right to work, references, and safeguarding declarations. You must tell us about any unspent convictions or cautions where relevant.
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