Senco

Horizon Care and Education; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in West Midlands is seeking a dedicated SENCO to inspire and support students with complex needs at their Tipton Green SEN school. As a SENCO, you will deliver high-quality education, contribute to bespoke learning plans, and work collaboratively within a committed team. The ideal candidate will hold a SENCO qualification and QTS, possess strong leadership and communication skills, and have a passion for ensuring every young person's success. Competitive salary and ongoing professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Occupational sick pay

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive induction programme

Free online courses

Employee assistance programme

High quality CPD opportunities

Free eye checks

Qualifications

• Must hold a SENCO Qualification or be close to completing.
• Must have a QTS status.
• Have some experience of working effectively with local authorities.
• Have high aspirations for themselves and others.
• Have a robust understanding of SEND Code of practice.

Responsibilities

• Make a valuable contribution to the offering young people receive.
• Work effectively within a supportive staff team.
• Ensure all young people succeed.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Passion for education

Understanding of SEMH education

Teamwork

Education

SENCO Qualification

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Want to work for a company with great values? Are you compassionate? Inspiring? Dependable? Collaborative? Then we want to hear from you!

We are looking for an inspirational SENCO at our Tipton Green SEN school based in Tipton, West Midlands.

Dudley Port School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Tipton, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11‑16 with a range of complex needs including Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH).

At Dudley Port, we provide a diverse and sequenced curriculum that is focused on achieving the best outcomes for our young people. We are passionate about preparing our young people for the next stages of their learning and employment and believe that every young person has the right to receive a high‑quality education. At Dudley Port School, we believe in education for life.

Our broad but balanced curriculum is specifically designed to meet the unique learning styles and needs of each student. With bespoke learning plans and a supportive therapeutic environment, we are committed to ensuring every child receives the support they require to succeed.

At Horizon Care and Education, our SENCOs are supported by Headteachers, Operational Directors and the Managing Director of Education Services. This structure of support allows Senior Leadership Teams to focus on and deliver the best outcomes for children, young people, and their families.

To be our SENCo, you will be a multi‑talented professional, you will have great leadership and communication skills; endless enthusiasm, resilience and vision, and a commitment to both the education and the achievement of each young person.

If you are interested in this job role but feel it is too far away, please enquire regarding our flexible travel options and Relocation assistance.

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.

The successful applicants will need:

• Must hold a SENCO Qualification or be close to completing
• Must have a QTS status
• Make a valuable contribution to the offering that young people receive at the school as part of the provision of high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Have some experience of working effectively with local authorities.
• Have a passion for ensuring all young people succeed.
• Be able to work effectively within a supportive, committed, and successful staff team.
• Have high aspirations for themselves and others, and a commitment to further development.
• Have a robust understanding of SEND Code of practice
• An understanding of SEMH education and how to support the additional needs associated with SEMH pupils.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary – We are committed to recognising your hard work and offer a competitive salary.
• Occupational sick pay
• Opportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development.
• Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face‑to‑face training, online modules, shadowing and local induction period.
• Face‑to‑face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.
• Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics.
• Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards – earn up to £500 per referral.
• Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support via Bupa.
• Community and wellbeing – Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. We are in this together.
• Supportive management and senior leaders.
• High quality CPD opportunities.
• Free eye checks.
• Cashback healthcare plan

To start your education journey with Horizon, click apply now!

We will require a completed application pack to interview for this role.

Horizon Care and Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date for this role will be 19th December; please note we reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date should we receive a high volume of applications.