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Teaching Vacancies; Newbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming staff climate

SEND-focused leadership

Shape strategic SEND development

Strong family and agency partnerships

Time dedicated to SENCO duties

Staff wellbeing and professional dev

Job summary

Speenhamland School is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and compassionate SENCO to join our dedicated team. We are proud to be an inclusive school where children are at the heart of every decision we make and where our vision shapes all aspects of school life.

We are looking for someone who can lead inclusion, understands the SEND Code of Practice, and has the National Award for SEN Coordination or is willing to undertake it.

Qualifications

• This role requires strong leadership and strategic thinking in SEND inclusion.
• Excellent communication with pupils, families, staff and external professionals.
• Solid understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current best practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead inclusion across the school and shape strategic SEND development.
• Collaborate with families, staff and external agencies to support pupils with SEND.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare practices are embedded across SEND provision.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Understanding SEND Code of Practice

Education

National Award for SEN Coordination

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

Lead Inclusion. Shape Futures. Change Lives.

Are you passionate about ensuring every child feels valued, included and able to thrive?

Speenhamland School is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and compassionate SENCO to join our dedicated team. We are proud to be an inclusive school where children are at the heart of every decision we make and where our vision, We Aspire, We Challenge, We Support, shapes all aspects of school life.

We recognise that talented SENCOs are looking for flexibility, so we are offering two possible roles

At Speenhamland, inclusion is not an add-on; it is central to who we are. We are committed to ensuring every child feels they belong, achieves success and receives the support they need to flourish.We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Has strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Can build positive relationships with pupils, families, staff and external professionals.
• Has a clear understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current best practice.
• Is committed to removing barriers to learning and promoting belonging for all.
• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination or is willing to undertake it.

What the school offers its staff

We offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative staff team.
• A leadership team that values and prioritises SEND.
• Opportunities to shape strategic SEND development.
• Strong partnerships with families and outside agencies.
• Dedicated time to fulfil the SENCO role effectively.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
• Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and succeed.
• The opportunity to work within Newbury Academy Trust and collaborate with colleagues across our 3 schools.

Commitment to safeguarding

This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.