SENCO & Cover Support Lead — Inclusive Education Champion

Teach Midlands; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Job summary

Teach Midlands seeks an experienced SENCO to lead and coordinate SEND provision, support with Phonics in KS1 and provide cover across the school. You will work with staff, parents and external agencies to implement inclusive practices and improve outcomes.

The role sits within a supportive, collaborative school environment, offering high-quality CPD, NPQ/SENCO training and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Has experience working with pupils with SEND
• Holds or is willing to work towards the NPQ for SENCO
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice
• Demonstrates strong leadership and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school’s SEND provision and policy
• Coordinate the identification, assessment, and support of pupils with SEND
• Monitor and evaluate pupil progress and impact of interventions
• Work collaboratively with teachers to ensure inclusive classroom practice
• Provide guidance, training, and support to staff on SEND strategies
• Liaise with parents/carers to support pupil development
• Work with external agencies (e.g. educational psychologists, therapists)
• Oversee EHCP processes, reviews, and documentation
• Manage SEND resources and deployment of support staff
• Ensure compliance with SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements

Skills

QTS

SEND experience

Leadership

Communication skills

NPQ for SENCO

SEND legislation

Education

QTS

Job description

Teach Midlands seeks an experienced SENCO to lead and coordinate SEND provision, support with Phonics in KS1 and provide cover across the school. You will work with staff, parents and external agencies to implement inclusive practices and improve outcomes.

The role sits within a supportive, collaborative school environment, offering high-quality CPD, NPQ/SENCO training and opportunities for professional growth.