SENCO & Inclusion Lead - Shape Inclusive Education

Darlington Borough Council; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rydal Academy is seeking an experienced SENCO and Inclusion Lead to drive provision within our highly inclusive school and nursery. You will lead a skilled workforce, map provision, and work with local agencies to shape the school’s future direction alongside the leadership team.

The ideal candidate will have SEND expertise, a National Award for SEN Co-ordination or NPQ SENCO (or current access), and up-to-date knowledge of the national education agenda.

Qualifications

• Experience as SENCO or in a related SEND leadership role.
• National Award for SEN Co-ordination or NPQ SENCO (or currently accessing the programme) is essential.
• Up-to-date knowledge of the current national education agenda.
• Excellent teaching ability and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead provision in an inclusive school and nursery setting.
• Shape an extensive and skilled workforce.
• Liaise with local agencies and partners.
• Direct and map provision across the school with the leadership team.

Skills

SEND expertise

SENCO leadership

Stakeholder liaison

Strategic planning

Education

National Award for SEN Co-ordination

NPQ SENCO

Job description

The Rydal Academy is seeking an experienced SENCO and Inclusion Lead to drive provision within our highly inclusive school and nursery. You will lead a skilled workforce, map provision, and work with local agencies to shape the school’s future direction alongside the leadership team.

The ideal candidate will have SEND expertise, a National Award for SEN Co-ordination or NPQ SENCO (or current access), and up-to-date knowledge of the national education agenda.