Senco

Polaris Community; Telham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in their school. This role involves assessing pupil progress, leading safeguarding initiatives, and facilitating effective communication with external agencies. Candidates should hold Qualified Teacher Status and ideally have experience in an Autism/SEMH School. A supportive environment and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Support for professional development

Inclusive team environment

Opportunities for personal contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting training or leading INSET.
• Previous experience of teaching in an Autism/SEMH School.
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn.

Responsibilities

• Determine strategic development of SEN policy and provision in the school.
• Assess and monitor pupil progress in line with EHCPs.
• Communicate with external agencies and local authorities.

Skills

Strategic development of SEN policy

Design and delivering interventions

Assessment and monitoring of pupils

Leadership in safeguarding

Communication with parents and agencies

Knowledge of SEND Code of Conduct

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

National Award for SEN Co-ordination

Job description

• Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
• Aid in the designing and delivering of extra interventions to reduce the attainment gaps
• Assess and monitor the progress of pupils in line with their EHCP's
• Hold annual reviews, PEPS and Network meetings
• Be a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Attend multi agency meetings and lead on Early Help
• Hold the designated teacher position for looked after children, attending meetings
• Liaising alongside the Head Teacher, Tutor, Class Teachers and parents to support individual learning plans
• Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provisions to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
• Maintain accurate records
• Provide support to colleagues in developing effective teaching programmes and positive behaviour management techniques around individual children
• Oversee and preparing annual reviews
• Work closely with the Tutor to ensure that the appropriate professionals ae involved with the pupil's development and mental health needs
• Be aware of the provision in the local offer
• Work with early years providers, other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals, and other external agencies
• Be a key point of contact for external agencies, especially the local authority
• Analyse assessment data for pupils with SEN or a disability
• Implement and lead intervention groups for pupils with SEN, and evaluate their effectiveness
• Co-ordinate provision that meets the pupil's needs, and monitor its effectiveness
• Secure relevant services for the pupil
• Communicate regularly with parents or carers
• Ensure that if the pupil transfers to or from another school, all relevant information is conveyed to it, and supports a smooth transition for the pupil
• Promote the pupil's inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum, facilities, and extra-curricular activities
• To lead on tribunal cases
• To lead on referrals/consultations.
• Work with the Head Teacher and Tutor, assisting in transitions and consultations
• Cover classes where appropriate during Teacher absence
• Small teaching commitment, A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
• A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
• An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
• A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
• Being part of a passionate, diverse and motivated team where the child is at the centre of everything we do
  Qualified Teacher Status
• National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete it within 3 years of appointment
• Previous involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
• Previous experience of teaching in an Autism/SEMH School
• Experience in conducting training/leading INSET
• Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Conduct
• Committed to professional development and willing to learn