SENCo

OFG Education; Epsom; Híbrido; GBP 50 000 - 61 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Life Assurance

Pension

Wellbeing programme

Flexible benefits

Resumo da oferta

Ashley Park School, an OFG Education independent specialist school in Epsom, seeks a dedicated SENCo to lead SEND provision on our two-site model. Based at the Epsom campus, you will collaborate with the Head of School, therapy team, families and external professionals to secure exceptional outcomes for students with complex needs.

You will teach up to 50% of the timetable, oversee EHCP processes, annual reviews and multi-agency collaboration, and champion inclusive education to help students

Qualificações

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• SENCo qualification completed or currently working towards.
• Experience supporting students with SEND, including ASC and communication needs.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and develop the school's SEND provision, ensuring compliance with SEND legislation and statutory requirements.
• Oversee EHCP provision, Annual Reviews, student progress and targeted interventions.
• Work closely with the Head of School, therapy team and staff to monitor and improve outcomes for students with SEND.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, Local Authorities and external agencies to coordinate effective support.
• Support successful student transitions and act as the school's key SEND contact.
• Teach up to 50% of the timetable, modelling high-quality inclusive practice and differentiation.
• Identify staff training needs and promote outstanding teaching and learning across the school.

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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SENCo

Ashley Park (Epsom)

• Permanent

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

At OFG Education we put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge

Job Title: SENCo - Secondary site
Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7LR
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you a passionate SEND professional ready to make a lasting impact?

Ashley Park School is seeking a dedicatedSENCo to lead and develop our SEND provision at our Epsom secondary site. As a school operating across two sites, this role is based at our Epsom campus, where you'll work closely with the Head of School, therapy team, families and external professionals to ensure exceptional outcomes for students with complex needs.

With a teaching commitment of up to 50%, you'll combine strategic leadership with classroom practice, overseeing SEND provision, EHCP processes, annual reviews, interventions and multi-agency collaboration. As a key member of the leadership team, you'll champion inclusive education and help create an environment where every student can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

What you will be doing

• Lead and develop the school's SEND provision, ensuring compliance with SEND legislation and statutory requirements.
• Oversee EHCP provision, Annual Reviews, student progress and targeted interventions.
• Work closely with the Head of School, therapy team and staff to monitor and improve outcomes for students with SEND.
• Build strong partnerships with parents, Local Authorities and external agencies to coordinate effective support.
• Support successful student transitions and act as the school's key SEND contact.
• Teach up to 50% of the timetable, modelling high-quality inclusive practice and differentiation.
• Identify staff training needs and promote outstanding teaching and learning across the school.

What you will bring

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• SENCo qualification completed or currently working towards.
• Experience supporting students with SEND, including ASC and communication needs.
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs, SEND legislation and the graduated approach.
• Experience working collaboratively with families, professionals and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Committed to promoting inclusive practice and achieving the best outcomes for students.
• Calm, resilient and positive, with a passion for supporting young people with complex needs.
• Experience leading Annual Reviews and managing staff.
• Experience within a specialist or therapeutic education setting.

About Our School

Ashley Park School is a brand-new independent specialist school in Epsom, Surrey, for autistic young people aged 11–19, with a capacity for 60 students.

We provide a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Personalised teaching, differentiated lessons, and tailored therapeutic support ensure each student’s unique needs and abilities are met.

Our curriculum combines academic study, vocational pathways, and life skills, preparing young people to achieve their full potential and future aspirations.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to succeed through truly personalised education.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

With amazing teams working across our family of brands – Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools– we offer a huge range of exciting career opportunities.

Meeting the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps.

Supporting autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

At Momenta Connect we support young people to overcome barriers and engage with education.

We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high-quality independent and international schools.