Impactful SEND & Outreach Development Lead

The Gallery Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gallery Trust is seeking an experienced SENCo with a strong SEND background to join our Trust. You will lead SEND initiatives, work across our schools and develop high-quality outreach and inclusion programmes.

You will engage with school leaders, design training for staff, and ensure meaningful improvements in outcomes for students with SEND across the Trust. The role emphasizes collaboration, coaching, and confident leadership.

Qualifications

• QTS and experienced SEND leadership in a school setting.
• NASENCO or NPQ for SENCO (or equivalent).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in SEND and inclusive practice.
• Significant teaching experience with children and young people with SEND.
• Experience leading SEND or inclusive practice in an educational setting.
• Experience collaborating across different educational contexts and understanding the continuum of provision.
• Ability to coach, model, and provide professional dialogue to develop practice.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Outreach, inclusion projects and training programmes.
• Engage with school leaders and partners to identify opportunities to support students.
• Provide advice, support and challenge to improve SEND provision and outcomes.
• Be the face of the Trust and help deliver impactful outreach activities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching staff

Staff development

Educational leadership

SEND expertise

Education

QTS

NASENCO/NPQ SENCO

Job description

The Gallery Trust is seeking an experienced SENCo with a strong SEND background to join our Trust. You will lead SEND initiatives, work across our schools and develop high-quality outreach and inclusion programmes.

You will engage with school leaders, design training for staff, and ensure meaningful improvements in outcomes for students with SEND across the Trust. The role emphasizes collaboration, coaching, and confident leadership.