SEND coordinator

Grade A Recruitment Ltd; Diss; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Grade A Recruitment Ltd is seeking a SENDCo to lead a secondary school’s Learning Support Department, champion inclusion and drive outstanding outcomes for pupils with SEND. You will work with senior leaders, parents, governors and external agencies to ensure high-quality provision and compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.

The role focuses on strategic leadership, staff development, EHCP management and collaboration across departments to improve achievement and wellbeing for all learners.

Qualifications

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to work towards it).
• Significant SEND experience in a secondary school.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Strong understanding of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, families, governors and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for SEND provision across the school.
• Lead and manage the Learning Support Department.
• Oversee identification, assessment, monitoring, and support of SEND students.
• Ensure high-quality teaching for SEND through collaboration with staff.
• Manage SEND funding and resources to maximise outcomes.
• Lead EHCP reviews and ensure statutory documentation is completed.
• Develop strategies to improve achievement, attendance, inclusion and wellbeing for SEND students.
• Act as liaison with parents, external agencies, local authority and providers.
• Lead transition arrangements for pupils joining/leaving the school.
• Oversee examination access arrangements in line with regulations.
• Drive staff training to enhance SEND practice across the school.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

National Award for SEN Coordination (or willing to work towards it)

Job description

SENDCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)

Lead an Outstanding SEND Provision and Make a Lasting Difference

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious and dedicated SEND professional to lead and develop a highly effective Learning Support Department, ensuring that all students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive the support, opportunities, and provision they need to succeed.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal leadership role across the school, working closely with senior leaders, staff, parents, governors, and external agencies to champion inclusion and drive outstanding outcomes for young people.

About the Role

As SENDCo, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership for SEND provision across the school, ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory responsibilities.
• Lead and manage the Learning Support Department, including the line management and development of Learning Support staff.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, monitoring, and support of students with SEND through an effective assess, plan, do, review cycle.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning for pupils with SEND through collaboration with teaching staff and departmental leaders.
• Manage and monitor SEND funding and resources to maximise student outcomes.
• Lead on Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and ensure all SEND documentation is completed to statutory requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies that improve achievement, attendance, inclusion, and wellbeing for students with SEND.
• Act as the school's key liaison with parents, external agencies, local authority services, and specialist providers.
• Lead transition arrangements for pupils joining the school and moving on to post-16 education.
• Oversee examination access arrangements in line with current regulations.
• Drive staff training and professional development to enhance SEND practice across the school.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of SEND interventions and whole-school provision.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Has the National Award for SEN Coordination (or is willing to work towards it where appropriate).
• Has significant experience supporting students with SEND within a secondary school setting.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and management skills.
• Has a thorough understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice, and inclusive education.
• Is highly organised with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Can work collaboratively with staff, families, governors, and external agencies.
• Is passionate about improving outcomes and opportunities for all learners.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team.
• A strong commitment to inclusion and student wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Collaborative and dedicated staff teams.
• A welcoming school community where every child is valued.