Deputy SENCo — SEND Leadership & Inclusion Coach

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy; Hawley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy seeks a Deputy SENCo to join its SEND team and support the SENCo in leading a comprehensive SEND provision. The role focuses on driving high standards and ensuring positive outcomes for students with diverse needs.

You will deputise for the SENCo in non-statutory matters, require excellent communication, and demonstrate a firm understanding of SEND legislation to support inclusive learning across the Academy.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and empathy for SEND students.
• Proactive, organised, and able to deputise for the SENCo in non-statutory matters.
• Firm understanding of SEND legislation and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist the SENCo to lead and manage the SEND provision across the Academy.
• Champion high challenge and high support for all students with SEND.
• Drive effective use of resources to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Team leadership

SEND legislation knowledge

Diverse needs experience

Job description

Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy seeks a Deputy SENCo to join its SEND team and support the SENCo in leading a comprehensive SEND provision. The role focuses on driving high standards and ensuring positive outcomes for students with diverse needs.

You will deputise for the SENCo in non-statutory matters, require excellent communication, and demonstrate a firm understanding of SEND legislation to support inclusive learning across the Academy.