Primary SENDCO - Full Time

Academics Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd in Portsmouth seeks an experienced SENCo to lead and develop the school's SEND provision, working closely with senior leaders, staff, families and external agencies to ensure every pupil receives the highest standard of support. You will monitor progress and drive inclusive practice to meet statutory responsibilities.

The successful candidate will have QTS, NASENCo (or be willing to pursue) and a strong grasp of autism strategies, with excellent leadership and communication skills

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• NASENCo or willingness to undertake.
• Experience as SENCo or SEND leadership role.
• Strong understanding of autism and strategies to support pupils.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Passion for improving outcomes for children with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the school's SEND provision in collaboration with senior leaders.
• Work with teaching staff, families and external agencies to ensure pupils receive high-quality support.
• Monitor progress, drive inclusive practice and ensure statutory responsibilities are met.

Skills

SENCo leadership

QTS

NASENCo training

Autism awareness

Leadership & communication

Education

NASENCo training or equivalent

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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

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