SENDCo

Keys Group; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEST enhanced pension scheme

Staff Referral Scheme - Refer a friend

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Fully funded training and quals

Enhanced pay scales

Employee wellbeing and discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Keys Education in Scunthorpe is seeking a SENDCo to lead and coordinate SEND provision, ensuring personalised, high-quality support for pupils and promoting inclusive practice.

You will collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies, carry out EHCP reviews, and contribute to safeguarding and staff development within a supportive SEMH college environment.

Qualifications

• Must have accredited SENDCo qualification.
• QTS or QTLS status required.
• Passionate about education and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision within the school.
• Complete Annual, Interim and Emergency EHCP reviews.
• Oversee safeguarding and looked-after pupils.
• Advise on budget and resources for SEND needs.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Inclusive practice

Strategic SEND provisioning

Education

Accredited SENDCo qualification

QTS or QTLS

Job description

Package Description

SENDCo - Southpark Enterprise College, Newdown Court, Newdown Road, Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, DN17 2TX

Salary: £35,000 - £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 Southpark Enterprise College

South Park Enterprise College is an independent SEMH specialist school for students aged 11-16, many with EHCPs and diagnoses such as ADHD or ASD. We provide a safe, nurturing environment for young people who have struggled in mainstream schools or face exclusion.

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

Requirements

• Have an accredited SENDCo qualification
• Hold QTS or QTLS
• Are passionate about education and inclusion
• Have leadership experience and qualities
• Are ready to develop their leadership skills within a schoolCan 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.

Eligible candidates from military backgrounds are guaranteed an interview - please include details of your service on your CV.

Safeguarding

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts require an enhanced DBS check.

More can be found about Keys and our Therapeutic Education Services here

School tours

are highly welcomed as a part of our interview selection process.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of suitable applications.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education an online search will be carried out on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.

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