Area SENCo - Early Years & SEND Specialist (Hybrid)

Allison Bash; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounts & salary sacrifice

Job summary

Gateshead Council is seeking an experienced educational specialist to lead SEND support across our early years settings and schools. You will provide expert guidance to settings, promote inclusive practice and help children with SEND reach their potential.

Working in the Area SENCo team, you will collaborate with families, health and social care partners, deliver high-quality training, observe and advise on referrals, and monitor progress to ensure smooth transitions and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• A recognised DfE teaching qualification and ongoing professional development in Early Years and SEND.
• Extensive knowledge of EYFS, SEND Code of Practice and statutory education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert SEND advice to early years settings, schools and childcare providers.
• Support Early Years SENCos to implement the SEND Code of Practice and develop inclusive practice.
• Undertake observational assessments and provide practical recommendations for children's needs.
• Deliver high-quality training and professional development to education professionals.
• Develop partnerships with families and professionals for effective collaboration.
• Facilitate multi-agency working with education, health, social care and families.
• Advise on referrals to specialist services and intervention pathways.
• Monitor progress and support successful transitions and inclusion in settings.
• Collaborate with Area SENCo colleagues to drive improvements and outcomes.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Experience teaching in EYFS

Training and coaching experience

ICT proficiency

Mobility/ driving licence

Education

DfE teaching qualification

Job description

Gateshead Council is seeking an experienced educational specialist to lead SEND support across our early years settings and schools. You will provide expert guidance to settings, promote inclusive practice and help children with SEND reach their potential.

Working in the Area SENCo team, you will collaborate with families, health and social care partners, deliver high-quality training, observe and advise on referrals, and monitor progress to ensure smooth transitions and positive outcomes.