SENCO for SEND: Flexible Part-Time & Contract Roles

Elementa Support Services Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementa is recruiting SENCOs to join a network of schools and education settings across Somerset and the Southwest. Roles include part-time, temporary, contract or longer-term positions with Starts ASAP. Pay is MPS + UPS, and candidates will be paid to scale.

Positions span mainstream schools, specialist SEND settings, PRUs and alternative provision; flexible across environments to match experience and availability.

Qualifications

• QTS and NASENCO, or currently working towards the qualification.
• Experience as SENCO or in SEN leadership.
• Experience in one or more educational settings including mainstream, SEND, PRUs or alternative provision.
• Strong knowledge of SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes, annual reviews and statutory requirements.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH, ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties and complex needs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience liaising with parents/carers, external professionals and local authorities.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach.
• Genuine commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school or setting.
• Oversee identification, assessment and support of students with additional needs.
• Manage EHCP processes, annual reviews and statutory requirements.
• Monitor progress and evaluate effectiveness of SEND provision.
• Collaborate with teaching and support staff to develop strategies and interventions.
• Provide training to staff to strengthen inclusive practice.
• Liaise with parents/carers and external agencies, including educational psychologists and local authorities.
• Maintain accurate SEND records and documentation.
• Support implementation and review of individual support plans and provision.
• Promote an inclusive culture where all students are supported to achieve their potential.
• Ensure SEND provision is compliant with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant statutory requirements.

Skills

QTS

NASENCO

SENCO experience

SEND Code of Practice

Communication skills

Stakeholder liaison

Organisation skills

Inclusive practice

Education

QTS

NASENCO

Job description

Elementa is recruiting SENCOs to join a network of schools and education settings across Somerset and the Southwest. Roles include part-time, temporary, contract or longer-term positions with Starts ASAP. Pay is MPS + UPS, and candidates will be paid to scale.

Positions span mainstream schools, specialist SEND settings, PRUs and alternative provision; flexible across environments to match experience and availability.