SENCO - Somerset

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

SENCO

Location: Somerset

Hours: full-time & part-time available Pay: MPS + UPS Available (Paid to Scale) Start: ASAP

We are seeking dedicated and experienced SENCOs to join our network of schools and education settings across a range of environments, including mainstream schools, specialist SEND settings, Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) and alternative provision.

These opportunities are ideal for SENCOs looking for flexible, part-time, temporary, contract or longer-term roles where they can use their expertise to make a meaningful difference to the lives and outcomes of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The Role

As a SENCO, you will lead and coordinate SEND provision within your allocated setting, working closely with senior leaders, teachers, support staff, parents/carers, external professionals and local authorities.

Depending on the setting and role, responsibilities may include:

• Leading and coordinating high-quality SEND provision across the school or setting
• Overseeing the identification, assessment and support of students with additional needs
• Managing and coordinating EHCP processes, annual reviews and statutory requirements
• Monitoring student progress and evaluating the effectiveness of SEND provision
• Working collaboratively with teaching and support staff to develop appropriate strategies and interventions
• Providing advice, guidance and training to staff to strengthen inclusive practice
• Liaising effectively with parents/carers and external agencies, including educational psychologists, health professionals and local authorities
• Maintaining accurate SEND records and ensuring appropriate documentation is completed
• Supporting the effective implementation and review of individual support plans and provision
• Promoting an inclusive culture where all students are supported to achieve their potential
• Ensuring SEND provision is compliant with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant statutory requirements

We Are Looking For

We are interested in hearing from SENCOs who have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO), or are currently working towards the qualification
• Experience working as a SENCO, Assistant SENCO or within a SEN leadership role
• Experience within one or more educational settings, including mainstream schools, specialist/SEND settings, PRUs or alternative provision
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes, annual reviews and statutory requirements
• Experience supporting students with a range of needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, learning difficulties and complex needs
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience working collaboratively with parents/carers, external professionals and local authorities
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• A proactive, flexible and solution-focused approach
• A genuine commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND

Why Work With Us?

We offer opportunities across a variety of educational settings, allowing you to find a role that matches your experience, interests and availability.

Whether you are looking for a part-time SENCO position, a temporary contract, longer-term opportunity or flexible work across different settings, we would be pleased to hear from you.

If you are an experienced SENCO who is passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and would like to explore opportunities across a range of schools and SEND settings, we would love to hear from you.

Contract & recruitment information

Elementa is the recruiting partner therefore applicants being considered for the role after pre-screening will be required to complete the registration process for Elementa. This includes full vetting & background checks and application for an Enhanced DBS Disclosure (which may be chargeable @£64.20)unless you have a current EnhancedDBS on the update service.

ELEMENTA CANDIDATE COMMITMENT:

• Weekly pay – no waiting for monthly payroll cut off dates, Elementa pays one week in lieu.
• PAYE contract – unless a candidate specifically requests it, all candidates are paid via PAYE giving them the protections and payment structure of a traditional employer:employee relationship.
• Training & Support – a broad range of free or heavily discounted training available including Safeguarding, Behaviour, Team Teach, SEND, Makaton and Thrive. Regular welfare contact and support from a dedicated candidate manager.
• Fair pay policy – our candidates are paid to scale, where a variation on this may be required written agreement will be provided ahead of the position.
• Additional services to support our staff – we have a network of partners who offer support services to our candidates … tax returns, accountancy, legal and more.