Primary SENDCO - Full Time

Academics; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics represents a mainstream primary school in Portsmouth seeking an experienced SENCo to lead the SEND provision and drive inclusive practice. You will work with senior leaders, staff, families and external agencies to ensure every pupil receives high-quality support and monitoring of progress.

With QTS and NASENCo (or willingness to work towards it), you will bring a strong understanding of autism and proven SEND leadership to improve outcomes for children with additional needs in a

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• NASENCo qualification or willingness to work towards it
• Previous SENCo or SEND leadership experience
• Strong understanding of autism and strategies to support pupils
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the school's SEND provision
• Work with senior leaders, teaching staff, families and external agencies
• Ensure statutory responsibilities are met and progress is monitored
• Drive inclusive practice across the school

Skills

SENCo coordination

Autism expertise

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

SEND strategy

Education

QTS

NASENCo qualification or willingness

SEND leadership experience

Job description

Are you an experienced SENCo looking to make a lasting impact in a Mainstream school in Portsmouth?

Do you have the passion and expertise to support children and young people with autism to achieve their full potential?

A Mainsteam school in Portsmouth are seeking an experienced SENCo to join their dedicated team. The school is a large Primary school who have a specilised SEN UNit for children with autism and other SEN needs , providing a nurturing, structured environment where every pupil is encouraged to thrive both academically and personally.

This is an exciting opportunity for a SENCo to lead and develop the school's SEND provision, working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, families and external agencies to ensure every pupil receives the highest standard of support. You will play a key role in driving inclusive practice, monitoring progress and ensuring statutory responsibilities are met.

The successful SENCo will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• The National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCo), or be willing to work towards it if applicable
• Previous experience working as a SENCo or within a SEND leadership role
• A strong understanding of autism and effective strategies to support pupils with additional needs
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.