SEND & Inclusion Strategy Leader

Sacred Heart Catholic Academy; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Catholic Academy is seeking an experienced SENDCo to provide strategic leadership and operational management of SEND provision across the Academy, ensuring excellence, equity and inclusion for all pupils while upholding the Catholic mission of the school and Trust.

You will lead a whole-school SEND strategy aligned with the School Improvement Plan, oversee EHCP processes and annual reviews, manage SEND funding and staff, and collaborate with parents, carers and external agencies to

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a whole-school SEND strategy aligned with the School Improvement Plan and Trust priorities.
• Champion inclusion, ensuring SEND is embedded across curriculum design, teaching, and assessment.
• Oversee identification, assessment, and provision for all pupils with SEND.
• Lead EHCP processes, annual reviews, and statutory responsibilities.
• Build a high-performing SEND team through coaching, support, and performance management.
• Develop strong relationships with parents and carers and engage with external agencies.

Job description

Sacred Heart Catholic Academy is seeking an experienced SENDCo to provide strategic leadership and operational management of SEND provision across the Academy, ensuring excellence, equity and inclusion for all pupils while upholding the Catholic mission of the school and Trust.

You will lead a whole-school SEND strategy aligned with the School Improvement Plan, oversee EHCP processes and annual reviews, manage SEND funding and staff, and collaborate with parents, carers and external agencies to