Lead SENCO & SEND Provision Leader (QTS)

Polaris Community; Ruddington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

Polaris Education is expanding Easthorpe School's SEN provision in the East Midlands. We are seeking an experienced teacher and SEND practitioner to lead SEN policy, design targeted interventions and support pupils with SEMH and diverse needs within our Lower School (7-13).

The role includes coordinating EHCP reviews, deputy DDSL duties, liaising with heads, tutors and families, and contributing to professional development.

Qualifications

• QTS required with SENCO qualifications or NPQ for SENCOs planned/undertaken.
• Experience designing SEN policy and leading school-wide interventions.
• Experience coordinating EHCP processes and annual reviews.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Determine the strategic development of SEN policy across the school.
• Design and deliver targeted interventions to reduce attainment gaps.
• Assess and monitor pupils' progress in line with EHCPs.
• Coordinate and chair EHCP annual reviews.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
• Lead multi-agency meetings and Early Help initiatives.
• Hold Designated Teacher responsibility for looked-after children and attend meetings.
• Liaise with Headteacher, tutors, teachers and parents to support individual learning plans.
• Ensure SEN policy and provision for pupils with SEN or disabilities are operational.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and support teachers with effective programmes.

Skills

Leadership

SEN knowledge

Policy design

Interventions design

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs willingness

Job description

Polaris Education is expanding Easthorpe School's SEN provision in the East Midlands. We are seeking an experienced teacher and SEND practitioner to lead SEN policy, design targeted interventions and support pupils with SEMH and diverse needs within our Lower School (7-13).

The role includes coordinating EHCP reviews, deputy DDSL duties, liaising with heads, tutors and families, and contributing to professional development.