Part Time SENCo

St. Clement's CofE Primary School; Sheerness; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clement's CofE Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to lead SEND provision and drive inclusive practice across the school.

You will work with senior leaders, teachers, families and external agencies to support every child academically, socially and emotionally. The role involves coordinating support, reviewing provision maps, coordinating annual reviews and EHCP processes, and using data to inform strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Outstanding communication with pupils, families and external professionals.
• Proven leadership in SEN or similar role.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the school.
• Coordinate and monitor support for pupils with SEND.
• Work with teachers to ensure high-quality inclusive teaching.
• Oversee provision maps and interventions.
• Support assessment and identification of pupils with SEND.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Coordinate annual reviews and contribute to EHCP processes.
• Monitor pupil progress and inform planning with data.
• Contribute to staff training and development of inclusive practice.
• Collaborate with safeguarding and pastoral teams.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Inclusive practice

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

NASENCO qualification

Job description

Join Our Team

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and highly organised Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate practitioner to make a significant difference to the lives of children with additional needs and to lead our inclusive approach across the school.

The successful candidate will work alongside senior leaders, teachers, support staff, families and external agencies to ensure every child receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the school.
• Coordinate and monitor support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Work closely with teachers to ensure high-quality inclusive teaching.
• Oversee the implementation, review and evaluation of provision maps and interventions.
• Support the assessment and identification of pupils with SEND.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Coordinate annual reviews and contribute to EHCP processes.
• Monitor pupil progress and use data to inform strategic planning.
• Contribute to staff training and the development of inclusive practice.
• Work closely with safeguarding and pastoral teams to support vulnerable pupils.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has experience of working with pupils with a range of SEND needs.
• Has completed the NASENCO qualification or is willing to undertake it.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Has strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Is committed to inclusion and raising outcomes for all learners.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, families and external professionals.
• Maintains high expectations while supporting individual needs.

We Can Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Strong leadership support and opportunities for professional development.
• A commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance.
• The opportunity to shape and develop SEND provision within the school.
• Positive partnerships with parents and external agencies.