SENCO

Sencare Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Sencare Recruitment Ltd in Welling is seeking a part-time SENCO to coordinate SEND provision across the setting. The role involves ensuring EHCP requirements are implemented, leading Annual Reviews, and developing ILPs. The position offers a 3–4 day week with potential extension based on needs.

The post requires QTS/PGCE or equivalent; experience with SEN coordination and EHCP processes is desirable, with potential for future progression. A supportive team and term-time scheduling are included.

Qualifications

• QTS or PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Experience coordinating SEN; EHCP processes preferred.
• National Award for SEN Coordination desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across ADO Therapy.
• Ensure EHCP requirements are implemented within educational programmes.
• Lead Annual Review meetings and submit documentation on time.
• Develop, implement and monitor ILPs.
• Collaborate with education and therapy teams to keep provision child-centered.
• Monitor learner progress and identify interventions.
• Maintain accurate records and statutory documentation.
• Advise colleagues on SEND provision and compliance.
• Plan, prepare and deliver lessons suitable to learners' needs.
• Deliver high-quality 1:1 sessions during the school day and after-school provision.
• Adapt programmes for SEND, SEMH and neurodiverse learners.
• Support learners accessing Alternative Provision and EOTAS.
• Promote engagement, attendance and positive learning experiences.
• Monitor learner progress and contribute to educational reporting.

Education

QTS or PGCE (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: SENCO

Location: Welling

8:45am-5:15pm - Part Time/Term Time Minimum 3 days per week, up to 4 days per week (There is potential for the role to increase to a fifth day in the future, subject to commissioned placement numbers and operational requirements)

SENCO Duties:

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across ADO Therapy.


• Ensure all EHCP requirements are implemented effectively within educational programmes.


• Lead and coordinate Annual Review meetings.


• Prepare, review and submit Annual Review documentation within statutory timescales.


• Monitor and review EHCP outcomes, ensuring provision remains appropriate to learners' needs.


• Develop, implement, review and monitor Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).


• Work collaboratively with education and therapeutic colleagues to ensure provision remains child-centred.


• Monitor learner progress and identify appropriate interventions to support positive outcomes.


• Maintain accurate educational records and statutory documentation.


• Provide advice and guidance to colleagues regarding SEND provision.


• Ensure educational provision complies with relevant legislation and statutory guidance.

Educational Responsibilities:

• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging lessons and educational activities appropriate to learners' individual needs.


• Deliver high-quality 1:1 educational sessions during the school day and within the after-school provision.


• Adapt learning programmes to support a wide range of SEND, SEMH and neurodiverse learners.


• Support learners accessing Alternative Provision and EOTAS packages.


• Promote engagement, attendance and positive learning experiences.


• Monitor learner progress and contribute towards educational reporting.

Desirable:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), PGCE or equivalent educational qualification or significant experience within a specialist SEND educational setting.


• National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to work towards if appropriate).


• Experience within an School, Alternative Provision or EOTAS setting.


• Experience supporting learners with complex SEMH needs.


• CBT training or qualification.


• Paediatric First Aid qualification.


• Bushcraft or Outdoor Education qualification or experience.


• Previous Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) experience or willingness to undertake DSL training should future operational requirements arise.