Part-Time SENDCo: Lead Inclusive Education in Primary

WMJobs; Alcester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Bidford on Avon Primary School in Alcester is seeking a SENDCo on a 0.5 FTE permanent basis to lead SEND provision and develop inclusive practice, ensuring that children with SEND receive the support, challenge and opportunities they need to flourish.

You will work closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders, teachers, support staff, pupils, parents and external professionals to improve outcomes and remove barriers to learning.

Qualifications

• Has a strong understanding of SEND and inclusive practice within a primary school.
• Has experience of identifying needs and putting effective provision in place.
• Has high expectations for pupils with SEND and is committed to securing the best possible outcomes for them.
• Understands the importance of high-quality adaptive teaching.
• Can provide effective advice, support and challenge to teachers and support staff.
• Is confident in analysing pupil progress and using evidence to inform provision.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can develop positive relationships with children, parents, staff and external professionals.
• Has excellent organisational skills and can manage competing priorities effectively.
• Can work strategically while remaining focused on the practical needs of children and classrooms.
• Is solution-focused, approachable and resilient.
• Is committed to professional development and keeping their SEND knowledge current.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the school's SEND provision and SEND strategy.
• Working closely with teachers to ensure that pupils with SEND receive high-quality adaptive teaching within the classroom.
• Coordinating the identification, assessment and review of pupils with additional needs.
• Supporting teachers and support staff to develop their understanding and expertise in meeting a wide range of SEND needs.
• Monitoring the progress, attainment and wider outcomes of pupils with SEND and using this information to identify priorities for improvement.
• Working closely with parents and carers to develop positive and productive partnerships.
• Coordinating support from external professionals and agencies.
• Overseeing the effective implementation and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Supporting applications for statutory assessment and working with the local authority where appropriate.
• Ensuring that SEND records, provision maps and documentation are accurate, up to date and compliant with statutory requirements.
• Supporting the effective deployment of Learning Support Assistants and other adults to maximise their impact on pupil learning.
• Contributing to school self-evaluation and wider school improvement.
• Keeping up to date with national and local SEND developments and ensuring these inform school practice.

Skills

SEND knowledge

Adaptive teaching

Communication skills

Strategic leadership

Job description

Bidford on Avon Primary School in Alcester is seeking a SENDCo on a 0.5 FTE permanent basis to lead SEND provision and develop inclusive practice, ensuring that children with SEND receive the support, challenge and opportunities they need to flourish.

You will work closely with the Headteacher, senior leaders, teachers, support staff, pupils, parents and external professionals to improve outcomes and remove barriers to learning.