SENCO

Teaching Personnel; Gravelly Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking an experienced SENCO to lead SEND provision in a specialist SEN school in Birmingham. You will oversee EHCP reviews, plan interventions, and work with teachers, parents and external professionals to raise outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS, be working towards the National SENCO Qualification, and bring strong leadership, communication and organisational skills to a pupil-centred, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• QTS and National SENCO qualification (or working towards).
• Proven experience supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision.
• Oversee EHCP reviews, annual reviews, and intervention planning.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate the effectiveness of support strategies.
• Provide guidance and training to staff to ensure outstanding SEND practice.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation and best practice frameworks.
• Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

Skills

SEND knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Pupil-centered approach

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

National SENCO Qualification (or working towards)

Job description

SENCO

Location: Birminghan
Salary: DOE
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Lead, Inspire, and Make a Lasting Difference

Are you an experienced and passionate SENCO looking for your next challenge? Do you want to work in a specialist SEN school where you can truly impact the lives of children and young people with additional needs?

We are seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join a highly supportive SEN school. This is an exciting opportunity to lead SEND provision, champion inclusive practice, and ensure every pupil receives the support they need to succeed both academically and personally.

The Role

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision.
• Oversee EHCP reviews, annual reviews, and intervention planning.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, parents, and external professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate the effectiveness of support strategies.
• Provide guidance and training to staff to ensure outstanding SEND practice.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation and best practice frameworks.
• Promote a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• National SENCO Qualification (or working towards).
• Proven experience supporting children and young people with SEND.
• Strong knowledge of EHCPs and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
• A pupil-centred approach and genuine passion for inclusive education.

If you're ready to lead SEND provision and help transform outcomes for children with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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