SENCO

Knebworth Primary and Nursery School; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Knebworth School is seeking a dedicated SENCO to lead SEND provision and champion inclusive practice across the school. You will work closely with staff, families and external professionals to ensure every pupil feels valued and supported.

You will empower colleagues to deliver inclusive teaching, monitor outcomes for pupils with SEND and drive continuous improvement in achievement and wellbeing within a supportive school community.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a strong track record in SEND leadership and inclusive practice.
• Experience building partnerships with families, staff and external professionals.
• Ability to develop and monitor SEND provision and outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead effective SEND provision and champion inclusive practice for all pupils.
• collaborate with families, staff and external professionals to support learners.
• Drive strategies to remove barriers and improve outcomes for pupils with SEND.

Skills

SENCO

Inclusion

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

SEN qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about inclusion and committed to helping every child reach their full potential?

We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate and inspirational SENCO to champion our pupils with SEND and ensure every child feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

Working closely with children, families, staff and external professionals, you will lead effective SEND provision, empower colleagues and help create an inclusive environment where every child can succeed.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Puts children at the heart of every decision.
• Builds strong, supportive relationships with families and colleagues.
• Inspires inclusive teaching and celebrates individual strengths.
• Is committed to removing barriers and improving outcomes for every pupil.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference, shape inclusive practice and help every child feel that they truly belong.

Have the passion to make a difference? Help us create a school where every child is understood, every strength is celebrated and every possibility is nurtured.

About the school

Our school is located in the heart of Knebworth Village, which is a close community on the outskirts of Stevenage. Knebworth School is a magical place to learn and grow and a school where the children are at the centre of everything we do with inclusion and belonging close to our hearts. We are proud to call ourselves a No Outsiders school, where all members of our school community are celebrated, valued and represented.

Unique to our school is our strong team of passionate, caring staff and our wonderful children who are inquisitive, kind and love to learn. Everyone knows and respects one another and we are looking for that special someone who will share our school ethos and embody our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience.

Knebworth School is a good school - Ofsted 2023. The report notes that Knebworth School is a home from home where everyone is included. It highlights the fact that pupils know the school values of respect, responsibility and resilience and behave well across the school, respecting everyone’s right to learn.

We can offer you:

• A school which is known for its exceptional teaching and learning with a curriculum that is both inspiring and ambitious.

• The autonomy to follow your passions and interests with a commitment to ongoing professional development.

• A commitment to ensuring a good work-life balance - "Staff appreciate the support leaders provide, and know that leaders take into account their well-being and workload"

• The most magical pupils who will make each and every day rewarding.