SENCO

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Bromley; Sur place; GBP 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Chislehurst School for Girls is seeking an experienced SENCO to lead the SEND provision and join the school's leadership team. The post covers statutory EHCP management, policy oversight and delivery of targeted interventions.

The role requires a qualified teacher with strong leadership, safeguarding commitment and the ability to coordinate across departments to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience leading SEND provision.
• Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and current legislation.
• Ability to work with multi-agency teams and coordinate interventions.

Responsabilités

• Lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of SEND provision.
• Oversee the SEND policy and annual SEND Information Report, keeping pace with guidance.
• Coordinate provision and interventions for students with SEND, including complex timetabled support.
• Track progress at assessment points and arrange interventions with heads of faculty and teachers.
• Manage the EHCP process from statutory assessment to annual reviews and tribunals.
• Line-manage the Assistant SENCO and Teaching Assistant team.
• Lead assessments, referrals and multi-agency work across key transition points.
• Oversee exam concessions, evidence files and JCQ inspections with the examinations team.
• Advise teaching staff and contribute to SEND training.
• Keep SEND records accurate, including the SEND list and SIMS.

Connaissances

SEND leadership

Strategic planning

Staff development

Communication

Organisational skills

Formation

Qualified teacher

Description du poste

Fixed-term maternity or parental leave cover for a SENCO at Chislehurst School for Girls, on 32.5 hours across Monday to Friday from 1 January 2027. The post leads the school's SEND provision, from the SEND policy and annual Information Report through to EHCP management, exam concessions and interventions. It sits on the leadership team and line-manages the assistant SENCO and teaching assistants. Candidates must be qualified teachers, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of SEND provision
• Oversee the SEND policy and annual SEND Information Report, keeping pace with national and local guidance
• Co-ordinate provision and interventions for students with SEND, including complex timetabled support
• Track progress of SEND students at assessment points and arrange interventions with heads of faculty and teachers
• Manage the EHCP process from statutory assessment request through annual reviews and tribunals
• Line-manage the Assistant SENCO and Teaching Assistant team
• Lead assessments, referrals and multi-agency work, including Year 6 to 7, post-16 and mid-year transition
• Oversee exam concessions, evidence files and JCQ inspections with the examinations team
• Advise teaching staff and contribute to or deliver SEND training
• Keep SEND records accurate, including the SEND list, SIMS and Pupil Profile Handbook
• Liaise with parents and carers, creating Pupil Passports and running parent voice activities
• Oversee social space, social skills club and SEND students' access to extra-curricular activities

What's required

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher

Experience

• Experienced teacher
• Experience of supporting students with a range of additional needs

Skills & knowledge

• Thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current SEND legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Ability to inspire, support and challenge colleagues to get the best outcomes for all learners

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Other

• Strong commitment to inclusive education
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

What's offered

• Dedicated and supportive staff team
• Working environment where everyone is valued and respected
• Polite and welcoming children and families
• Excellent CPD within the school and across the Trust