SENCO

Prospero Teaching; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team

Shape SEND provision

Welcoming environment

Positive outcomes

Job summary

Prospero Teaching in Birmingham is seeking an experienced NASENCO-qualified SENCO to lead SEND provision in a small Alternative Provision setting in Kings Heath. You will work with staff, pupils, families and external professionals to ensure targeted support and progress for every learner.

Key duties include coordinating SEND across the setting, EHCP processes and annual reviews, and maintaining accurate SEND records.

Qualifications

• NASENCO qualification required
• Experience supporting SEND and EHCP processes
• Experience in Alternative Provision or PRU settings preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the setting
• Identify and support pupils' additional needs
• Oversee EHCP processes and annual reviews
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external agencies
• Support staff with strategies and interventions
• Monitor pupil progress and SEND impact
• Ensure statutory SEND responsibilities are met
• Maintain SEND records and documentation
• Promote inclusive, nurturing learning environment

Skills

NASENCO

SEND knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Organised

Calm demeanor

Job description

Location: Kings Heath, Birmingham

Setting: Small Alternative Provision

Role: SENCO

Qualification: NASENCO required

Pay: GBP209.89 - GBP249.21 per day (DOE)

We are looking to appoint an experienced and dedicated NASENCO-qualified SENCO to join a small and supportive Alternative Provision setting in Kings Heath, Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a SENCO who is passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and who understands the unique challenges and rewards of working within an Alternative Provision environment.

The Role

As SENCO, you will be responsible for leading and developing SEND provision across the setting. Working closely with staff, pupils, families and external professionals, you will ensure that every young person receives the appropriate support needed to make progress.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating SEND provision across the setting.
• Ensuring pupils' additional needs are accurately identified and effectively supported.
• Overseeing and contributing to EHCP processes and annual reviews.
• Working closely with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Supporting staff with appropriate strategies and interventions.
• Monitoring pupil progress and the impact of SEND provision.
• Ensuring the setting meets its statutory SEND responsibilities.
• Maintaining accurate SEND records and documentation.
• Promoting an inclusive, nurturing and supportive learning environment.

We are seeking someone who:

• Holds the NASENCO qualification (essential).
• Has strong knowledge and understanding of SEND legislation and best practice.
• Has experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Ideally has experience within Alternative Provision, PRU or specialist settings.
• Is confident working with families and multi-agency professionals.
• Is organised, proactive and able to work independently.
• Has a calm, compassionate and child-centred approach.
• Is committed to improving outcomes for young people who may have experienced barriers to education.

We Offer

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in a small Alternative Provision setting.
• A supportive and dedicated team.
• A role with significant scope to shape and develop SEND provision.
• A welcoming environment focused on positive outcomes for young people.