SEN/SEMH SCHOOL SENCO

Prospero Teaching; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational consultancy is looking for a dedicated SENCo to join a specialist secondary school in Portsmouth. You will lead the SEND strategy while providing tailored support for pupils with special educational needs. The ideal candidate holds QTS and has experience or a strong interest in SEND/SEMH. The role offers opportunities for professional development, working in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Free CPD courses

Access to in-house Training and Development Team

Support from an education consultant

Qualifications

• Experience in a SENCo role or strong interest in SEND/SEMH.
• Willingness to undertake SENCo training.
• Up-to-date safeguarding training.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the school's SEND strategy.
• Coordinate provision for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Oversee EHCPs, referrals, and statutory reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Commitment to inclusive education

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Prospero Teaching is recruiting a dedicated and experienced SENCo to join a specialist secondary school in Portsmouth that supports pupils with a range of special educational needs and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) challenges. This is a rewarding opportunity to lead and shape inclusive practice in a nurturing and highly supportive environment.

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Permanent or Temp-to-Perm

Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance

Hours: Full-Time

About the Role

• Lead the development and delivery of the school's SEND strategy
• Coordinate provision for pupils with SEN and SEMH needs, ensuring tailored support and measurable progress
• Work closely with teaching staff, support teams, and external agencies to implement effective interventions
• Oversee EHCPs, referrals, and statutory reviews, maintaining accurate records and compliance
• Provide training and guidance to staff to promote inclusive and trauma-informed practice
• Champion a whole-school approach to wellbeing, resilience, and personalised learning

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience in a SENCo role or a strong interest in SEND/SEMH with a willingness to undertake SENCo training
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A commitment to inclusive education and pupil wellbeing

SENCo training will be provided for the right candidate.

Eligibility Requirements

• Have the right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced child-barred list DBS certificate registered with the update service (or be willing to apply)
• Provide two professional child-related references
• Have up-to-date safeguarding training (or be willing to complete this)

What Prospero Teaching Offers

• Free, accredited CPD courses including safeguarding and behaviour management
• Access to our in-house Training and Development Team
• Support from an experienced education consultant based in your area

If this is a vacancy of interest, please apply with an up to date copy of your CV today.