SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
- Location: Woking
- Job Type: Full-time
- Salary: Competitive
This is an outstanding secondary school located in Woking, seeking a passionate, talented, and rigorous SENCO to join our dedicated team. This role is crucial in ensuring that all students, especially those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), can access a curriculum that is personalised, challenging, and fit for the needs of 21st-century life.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Lead on attainment and progress for all SEND students, ensuring the school is compliant with the SEND Code of Practice.
- Identify and adopt effective teaching approaches for students with SEND, and monitor teaching and learning activities to meet their needs.
- Liaise with primary schools to ensure continuity of support and learning for transferring students with SEND.
- Collect and interpret specialist assessment data, and review systems for identifying, assessing, and reviewing SEN students.
- Provide training opportunities for staff on best practices in teaching students with SEND.
- Set challenging targets for raising achievement among SEND students and devise appropriate interventions and curriculum pathways.
- Work with external agencies to support student progress and access to the curriculum.
- Teach within the age range 11-18, adapting and contributing to the delivery of the new GCSE and A-Level curriculum.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree at a 2.1 or higher and Qualified Teacher Status through a PGCE, GTP, SCITT, or equivalent.
- The National SENCO qualification or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Proven track record of working effectively with families, training, and advising teachers on best practices.
- Experience in managing and leading groups of students/young people, with evidence of continually improving student outcomes.
- Strong alignment with the School's values of Courtesy, Integrity, Resilience, Community, Leadership, and Enthusiasm.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.
- Longer school holidays and bespoke CPD programmes.
- Supportive work environment with minimal paperwork and meetings.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
To apply for this SENCO position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.