SENCO (4/ 5 days a week depending on candidates preference)

Oakridge School; High Wycombe; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 42 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Oakridge School in High Wycombe is seeking a passionate SENDCo to lead and champion SEND provision across the school, ensuring every child receives high-quality education and support.

The role is permanent and part-time (4 or 5 days per week), with flexibility around days and hours. Start as soon as possible, or from April 2027 if needed, and we will support you to gain the National SENCO Award.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates passion for improving life chances of SEND children.
• Holds or is prepared to undertake the National SENCO Award with support.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the school to ensure high-quality education and well-being.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external professionals to support learners.
• Play a key role in the Wider Leadership Team to shape school direction.
• Coordinate with Inclusion Team including Assistant Head for Inclusion, Pastoral Lead, Family & Welfare Officer and Attendance Officer.

Connaissances

SENDCo leadership

Communication with staff and parents

Inclusive education ethos

Formation

National SENCO Award

Description du poste

About this Role

At Oakridge School, our SEND children are at the heart of everything we do. We believe every child is extraordinary, and we go above and beyond to meet their individual needs. We are now looking for a passionate, child-centered SENDCo to become their advocate and champion.

This is a permanent, part-time role (4 or 5 days per week) with flexibility around days and hours. We are seeking someone to start as soon as possible, however we are prepared to wait until April 2027 if necessary.

Not yet qualified? We will fully support you in gaining the National SENCO Award.

About the Role

As our SENDCo, you will lead and manage SEND provision across the school, ensuring every child receives a high-quality education and thrives both socially and academically. You will:

• Work closely with staff, parents and external professionals
• Support and develop colleagues who are eager to learn and committed to inclusive practice
• Play a key role in the Wider Leadership Team, shaping the strategic direction of the school
• Collaborate with our experienced Assistant Head for Inclusion and our dedicated Inclusion Team, including our Pastoral Lead, Family & Welfare Officer and Attendance Officer

Our Inclusion Team has even been nominated for an Inclusion Award this year - a testament to the culture you’ll be joining.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about giving SEND children the best life chances
• Holds the National SENCO Award or is willing to undertake it with our support

If you are driven, compassionate and ready to make a meaningful difference, we would love to meet you.

Further Information

We warmly encourage visits to the school. To arrange a visit or find out more, please contact our school office.

Oakridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and expects all staff to share this commitment. A social media check will be carried out for shortlisted candidates. Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than the closing date.