Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: MPS/UPS TLR A highly inclusive, academically ambitious secondary school in Salisbury is recruiting a dedicated SENCO to lead their SEND journey from September 2025. This is a central leadership role shaping equity and access. About the role: You will oversee SEND throughout KS3–KS5, managing support plans, liaising with external partners, and building a culture of inclusion and high support. Key responsibilities: * Line-manage SEND staff and coordinate learning support * Maintain EHCPs, ILPs, and compliance with SEND regulations * Provide CPD and mentoring to staff on inclusive practice * Collaborate with families and agencies to support student needs * Shape SEND policy and representation in school-wide strategic planning Profile: * QTS with National SENCO Award (or working toward) * Strong leadership in SEND context, excellent organisational skills * Deep understanding of SEND Code of Practice and safeguarding * Empathetic, strategic, and data-driven approach School environment: Rated ‘Good’ with ‘Outstanding’ inclusion, the school benefits from sensory spaces and specialist staff. SLT prioritises wellbeing and ensures staff have structured release time and coaching. Benefits: * TLR and leadership opportunities with strategic influence * Well-supported SEND team and development pathways * Access to mentoring, network forums, and CPD * Caring, equitable, and ambitious community ethos