SENDCo

Keys Children; Cannock Chase; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Blue light discount card

Fully funded training and new quals

Enhanced pay scales based on exp/quals

Wellbeing app discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education is seeking an experienced SENDCo for Robins Nest School in Cannock. You will lead and coordinate SEND provision, champion inclusive practice and work with staff, parents and external agencies to support pupils with SEND.

The role includes managing annual and EHCP reviews, guiding staff, overseeing looked after pupils, and ensuring high-quality teaching and learning for SEND students. The position includes a teaching commitment up to 0.4.

Qualifications

• Have an accredited SENDCo qualification.
• Hold QTS or QTLS.
• Are passionate about education and inclusion.
• Can effectively manage the SEND provision in partnership with the Headteacher.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of SEND provision in the school.
• Complete Annual Reviews, Interim reviews and Emergency Reviews of EHCPs in line with the SEND code of practice.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability.
• Oversee the looked after pupils within the school.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies.
• Advise on the use of school’s budget and other resources to meet pupils’ needs effectively, including staff development.
• Promote inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum.
• Leading and managing staff and the effective deployment of staff and resources.
• Lead on interventions that will support all pupils.
• Quality assurance of Teaching and Learning with a focus on SEND provision.
• Attend and review PEP meetings.
• This role willbe with a teaching commitment of up to 0.4

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Inclusion advocate

Student support

Communication with staff

Education

SENDCo qualification

QTS or QTLS

Job description

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SENDCo – Robins Nest School, Old School, Watling St, Gailey, Westwing ST19 5PR

Salary: £45,000 | Full Time (40 hours/week)

Purpose of the Role

To lead and coordinate the provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that all pupils receive personalised, high-quality support that enables them to achieve their potential. The SENDCO will champion inclusive practice, work collaboratively with staff and external agencies, and model professional integrity and the EPIC values as outlined in the Staff Code of Conduct.

At Robins Nest School

We are a small independent school which supports KS2 and KS3 students that may have previously experienced difficulties accessing in their education. We are committed to ensuring that all students learn and are engaged in the appropriate programme of study, which allows them to successfully re-engage with education and to achieve their very best outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support with the strategic development of SEND provision in the school
• Complete Annual Reviews, Interim reviews and Emergency Reviews of EHCP’s in line with the SEND code of practice
• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
• Oversee the looked after pupils within the school
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
• Advise on the use of school’s budget and other resources to meet pupils’ needs effectively, including staff development
• Promote inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum
• Leading and managing staff and the effective deployment of staff and resources
• Lead on interventions that will support all pupils
• Quality assurance of Teaching and Learning with a focus on SEND provision
• Attend and review PEP meetings
• This role willbe with a teaching commitment of up to 0.4

Requirements

• Have an accredited SENDCo qualification
• Hold QTS or QTLS
• Are passionate about education and inclusion
• Can effectively manage the SEND provision in partnership with the Headteacher

Benefits of Joining Keys

• NEST enhanced pension scheme
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Access to a blue light discount card
• Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
• Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
• Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
• Life assurance

Keys Education is a national network of alternative learning solutions and pathways, designed to support learners with diverse needs to achieve their goals and realise their potential. It helps individuals with support needs build stability, resilience, and a sense of belonging through Connected Support.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also committed to supporting the Armed Forces community through our Armed Forces Covenant.

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