Interim SENDCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. seeks an experienced Interim SENDCo to lead SEND provision at a secondary school in Liverpool during a planned absence. You will oversee a team of learning support staff and ensure students with additional needs thrive across KS3-5.

QTS is essential; NASENCO is highly desirable. Strong leadership and communication are required to liaise with staff, parents, and external agencies for effective provision.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• NASENCO qualification is highly desirable/required.
• Experience as SENDCo in a mainstream secondary school.
• Empathetic, highly organized with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate SEND policy and provision across the school.
• Liaise with teachers, support staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Maintain SEND register, student profiles, and EHCPs.
• Provide guidance on differentiated learning strategies to staff.

Skills

QTS required

SEN coordination experience

Leadership & communication

NASENCO qualification desirable

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

NASENCO qualification

Job description

Interim SENDCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
Role Type: Temporary Cover (Planned Absence)
Location: Liverpool (Central / City Centre Area)
Start Date: Monday 2nd November
End Date: February Half Term
Salary/Rate: £48,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, dedicated, and fully qualified SENDCo to lead this school's Special Educational Needs provision during a planned absence. You will oversee a committed team of learning support assistants and ensure that students with additional needs continue to thrive and receive seamless support across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and coordinate the day-to‑day operation of the SEND policy and provision across the secondary school and sixth form.
• Liaise with teachers, support staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure student needs are met effectively.
• Maintain and update the SEND register, student profiles, and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Provide guidance and support to teaching staff on differentiated learning strategies.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential.
• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) qualification is highly desirable/required.
• Proven experience working as a SENDCo within a mainstream secondary school setting.
• An empathetic, highly organized professional with excellent communication leadership skills.
• A current Enhanced Child Workforce DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).