SENCo

Oakfield Park School; Cudworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakfield Park School is seeking an experienced SENCO to provide strategic leadership for SEND across our multi-site provision for 11–19 year olds with complex needs. You will work with senior leaders, families and external agencies to ensure every student receives the support they need to flourish.

You will also serve as Designated Teacher for Looked after Children (CIC), creating PEPs and attending meetings, driving high-quality inclusive practice and continuous school improvement.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is required.
• NPQ for SENCO or NASENCO before Sept 2024 is preferred.
• Substantial experience supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Thorough understanding of current SEND legislation, policy and best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of SEND provision.
• Monitor, evaluate, and develop the effectiveness of interventions and support programmes.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and external professionals to meet students' needs.
• Ensure compliance with statutory SEND requirements and high-quality provision.
• Direct resources to maximise outcomes for learners.
• Lead professional development to build staff SEND expertise.

Skills

SENCO leadership

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Change management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

NPQ for SENCO or NASENCO

Job description

Are you an experienced and passionate SEND leader ready to make a lasting difference?

Oakfield Park School is a dynamic, multi-site specialist provision for pupils aged 11-19 with a wide range of complex learning needs. Every student has an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), and our vision is simple yet ambitious: to secure the very best outcomes for every child, equipping them with the skills, confidence and resilience they need to thrive in adulthood.

We are seeking an exceptional Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join our dedicated leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled professional to play a pivotal role in shaping and developing outstanding inclusive practice across our school community.

As SENCO, you will provide strategic leadership for SEND provision, working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, families, and external agencies to ensure that every student receives the support they need to achieve their full potential. You will champion inclusion, drive continuous improvement, and help embed high-quality SEND practice across all aspects of school life.

As part of the role you would be the named Designated Teacher for Looked after Children in school (CIC). In this role you would create Personal Education Plans (PEPs) and attend PEP meetings.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has Qualified Teacher Status (QTS);
• NPQ for SENCO or NASENCO prior to September 2024;
• Has substantial experience supporting children and young people with SEND;
• Possesses a thorough understanding of current SEND legislation, policy and best practice;
• Knowledge of the EHCP process;
• Has a proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs;
• Can inspire, influence, and support colleagues to deliver excellent inclusive practice;
• Demonstrates outstanding leadership, communication, and partnership-working skills;
• Is passionate about ensuring that every child belongs, succeeds, and flourishes;
• Has or is willing to undertake the Designated Teacher training.

In this role, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of SEND provision;
• Monitor, evaluate, and develop the effectiveness of interventions and support programmes;
• Work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals to meet students' needs;
• Ensure compliance with statutory SEND requirements and maintain high-quality provision/
• Support the effective deployment of resources to maximise outcomes for learners;
• Lead and contribute to professional development, building staff confidence and expertise in SEND.

Why join Oakfield Park School?

At Oakfield Park School, you will become part of a committed and talented team whose shared purpose is to transform lives through education. We offer a supportive, forward-thinking environment where innovation is encouraged, professional growth is valued, and leaders are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families.

If you share our commitment to inclusion, have a passion for SEND leadership, and are excited by the opportunity to help shape exceptional provision for young people with complex needs, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and help every child achieve their potential.

For further information or to visit school, please contact the school [e-mail]