SENDCO

Prospero Teaching; North East; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a passionate SENDCO to support pupils across EYFS to Year 6 in a Newcastle primary, starting 2 November on a full-time, long-term basis. You will lead SEND provision, assess and monitor pupils with SEND, and work with parents and external agencies to drive inclusive practice.

The role is 08:30–15:30, until July 2027 on a temporary contract. An Enhanced DBS (ideally Update Service) and SENCO qualification are required.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS (ideally Update Service)
• Previous SENCO experience and SENCO qualification
• Experience with short, medium and long-term planning
• Strong relationship-building and rapport skills
• Positive and resilient attitude towards teaching and work
• Experience working in UK schools
• Passion for supporting students
• Strong organisation and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school.
• Identify, assess and monitor pupils with SEND.
• Support teachers with differentiation and inclusive practice.
• Work with parents, staff and external agencies.
• Manage and review EHCPs and intervention plans.
• Track pupil progress and evaluate support strategies.
• Promote high aspirations and positive outcomes for SEND pupils.
• Provide guidance and training for school staff.
• Ensure compliance with SEND policies and procedures.
• Champion inclusion and pupil wellbeing throughout the school.

Skills

Relationship-building

Organisation

Communication

Education

SENCO qualification

Job description

Prospero Teaching is looking for a passionate, proactive and enthusiastic SENDCO to support the learning of pupils in one of our inspirational Primary Schools in Newcastle from November on a full-time and long-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to build positive relationships with pupils and have a long-term, positive impact on their lives, progress and development.

About the Role:

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school.
• Identify, assess and monitor pupils with SEND.
• Support teachers with differentiation and inclusive practice.
• Work closely with parents, staff and external agencies.
• Manage and review EHCPs and intervention plans.
• Track pupil progress and evaluate support strategies.
• Promote high aspirations and positive outcomes for SEND pupils.
• Provide guidance and training for school staff.
• Ensure compliance with SEND policies and procedures.
• Champion inclusion and pupil wellbeing throughout the school.

About the School:

• The role is based in an inspirational Primary School in Newcastle.
• You would be supporting staff and students across the school from EYFS to Year 6.
• The School has an outstanding supportive culture and Leadership Team, where staff work as a Team within classrooms to provide high standards of support to pupils.

Pay, Hours and Contract:

• Pay - Between per day
• Hours - 08.30-15.30
• Contract - Full-time until the end of the Academic Year in July 2027. Temporary Contract.
• Start Date - 2nd November
• Location - Newcastle

Experience/Qualifications and Requirements:

• An Enhanced DBS (ideally on the Update Service but this is not essential as we can process a new one for you)
• Previous SENCO experience and SENCO qualification.
• Experience of short, medium and long-term planning
• Strong relationship-building skills with an ability to build rapport
• A positive and resilient attitude towards Teaching and work
• Experience of working in schools within the UK
• A genuine passion for supporting students.
• Strong organisation and communication skills

About Prospero:

• Prospero Teaching is a Supply Agency that has branches across the world. We provide day-to-day, short-term and long-term cover.
• We also offer a range of free CPD Certified Training to allow you to keep your skills, knowledge and understanding current and up to date.

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