SEND Operations & Inclusion Coordinator

The Abbey; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbey Hill Academy and College is seeking an Assistant SENCO to oversee high-level administrative and statutory pupil processes, working with the Vice Principal to support robust SEND accountability. You will coordinate annual reviews, gather evidence, and liaise with class teams to prepare documentation and schedule meetings.

The role leads on specialist provision, training for staff, and engagement with parents and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end process for securing Additional Funding Requests, including creating detailed, costed provision maps
• Coordinate and prepare for all SEND tribunals, collating evidence, drafting documents, coordinating professional reports, and supporting proceedings
• Lead operational case management and coordination for identified pupils, tracking referrals to external specialists and completing referrals for additional support
• Lead on external accreditation/quality marks related to inclusion and SEND, such as the Inclusion Quality Mark (IQM)
• Coordinate gathering of evidence and reports related to Looked After Children (LAC) and post-LAC students
• Work with senior leaders to track interventions and gather evidence of impact for Pupil Premium and EAL students
• Provide high-level operational oversight and administrative support for the Vice Principal's delegated portfolio, including notetaking, scheduling, and producing reports for senior leaders and the governing body

Job description

Abbey Hill Academy and College is seeking an Assistant SENCO to oversee high-level administrative and statutory pupil processes, working with the Vice Principal to support robust SEND accountability. You will coordinate annual reviews, gather evidence, and liaise with class teams to prepare documentation and schedule meetings.

The role leads on specialist provision, training for staff, and engagement with parents and external agencies.