SENCO Role

Polaris Community; Ruddington; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Job summary

Polaris Education is seeking a Senior SENCO for Easthorpe School in Ruddington to lead SEND development and oversee EHCP reviews. The role focuses on shaping provision and supporting staff to improve pupil outcomes.

The successful candidate will have QTS and ideally NASENCO or be prepared to undertake NPQ for SENCOs, with experience in SEMH, SEND Code of Practice, and staff training. DBS enhanced check cost is covered by Polaris Education.

Qualifications

• QTS required with NASENCO or willingness to undertake NPQ for SENCOs as required by Easthorpe School.
• Experience with SEMH and autism-friendly classrooms.
• Experience in school self-evaluation and development planning.
• Experience delivering staff training and leading INSET.
• Solid knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and EHCP processes.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop SEN policy and provision across the school.
• Design and deliver targeted interventions to reduce attainment gaps.
• Assess and monitor pupils progress in line with EHCPs.
• Coordinate and chair EHCP annual reviews.
• Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).
• Lead Early Help and attend multi-agency meetings as appropriate.
• Hold the Designated Teacher responsibility for looked-after children and participate in related meetings.
• Collaborate with Headteacher, tutors, teachers and parents on individual learning plans.
• Manage day-to-day SEN policy operations and provision for pupils with SEN.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SEN records.
• Support teachers in developing effective teaching programs and positive behaviour strategies.
• Work with external agencies to support pupils’ development and mental health needs.
• Be aware of the local authority Local Offer and available provision.

Skills

QTS

NASENCO

SEMH experience

EHCP reviews

INSET leadership

SEND Code of Practice

Education

QTS

NASENCO / NPQ readiness

Job description

Polaris Community Ruddington , ENG ( NG11 6LQ )

3 DAYS AGO

Full Time

Polaris Education - Easthorpe School

SENCO
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £42,000 per annum plus SEN allowance
Location: Ruddington, Nottinghamshire

• Company pension
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme

About the School

Easthorpe School is an independent specialist provision serving children and young people in the East Midlands who live with their families, Foster Parents or in residential children's homes.

The school opened in November 2022, and we are expanding the team to support increasing pupil numbers within our Lower School provision for pupils aged 7-13.

Class sizes do not exceed seven pupils and are supported by a qualified class teacher and up to two Teaching Assistants.

Our school supports pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), alongside a range of diagnoses and additional needs that may include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Foetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Disorder, attachment needs and mild to moderate learning needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced teacher and SEND practitioner to play a key role in the continued growth and development of Easthorpe School. You will help shape SEND provision, support colleagues and contribute to positive outcomes for pupils across the school.

We provide high-quality education, adopting a thoughtful and informed approach tailored to the individual needs of each pupil.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to arrange a school visit before applying. Please contact to arrange a visit.

Role Responsibilities

• Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision across the school
• Design and deliver targeted interventions to help reduce attainment gaps
• Assess and monitor pupils' progress in line with their EHCPs
• Co-ordinate and chair EHCP annual reviews
• Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL)
• Attend multi-agency meetings and lead on Early Help where appropriate
• Hold the Designated Teacher responsibility for looked-after children and attend relevant meetings
• Liaise with the Headteacher, tutors, class teachers and parents to support individual learning plans
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day operation and co-ordination of the school's SEN policy and specific provision for pupils with SEN or disabilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records
• Support colleagues in developing effective teaching programmes and positive behaviour-management strategies for individual pupils
• Work closely with tutors to ensure appropriate professionals are involved in supporting pupils' development and mental health needs
• Maintain awareness of provision available through the local authority's Local Offer
• Work with early years providers, other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals and other external agencies

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• National Award for SEN Co-ordination (NASENCO), or willingness to undertake the current NPQ for SENCOs as required by Easthorpe School
• Previous involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
• Previous teaching experience within a school supporting pupils with Autism and/or SEMH needs
• Experience delivering staff training and leading INSET
• Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• Experience carrying out and completing EHCP annual reviews
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Education.

Polaris Education is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.