SENDCo

Here at Aspris, we are proud to be a leading provider of specialist education services with over 30 schools nationwide.

We are recruiting for an experienced Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENDCo)

to join us in opening a new school for autistic children and young people (opening September 2025).

About Aspris Ridgeway School

We will empower pupils to reach their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive environment. Our goal is to inspire confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning, ensuring each student thrives both academically and personally.

The purpose of our school is to help prepare young people to transition successfully into adulthood with resilience and the necessary skills for independent living and community participation. We aim to increase achievement and independence, providing the best opportunities for employment or further education, enabling students to live the lives they choose.

What will Aspris Ridgeway look like?

• It will be a centre of autism expertise and excellence, educating up to 60 pupils aged 7-19 with identified autism needs and in receipt of an EHCP.
• A welcoming environment with clearly defined specialist therapy and teaching areas, staffed and resourced to meet complex needs.
• Strong leadership and governance.
• Opportunities that engage young people in appropriate learning, achieving outstanding progress.
• A highly individualised, therapeutic curriculum that prepares pupils with lifelong skills.

Initially, the school will open with Y5 and Y6 pupils. We are seeking outstanding primary teachers to join us on this exciting journey.

Main Duties

• Undertaking the role of SENCo for all statutory purposes, including Annual Reviews.
• Monitoring the quality of SEN support through effective systems to identify and meet student needs.
• Ensuring effective communication systems, including feedback about student learning to inform planning.
• Timetabling support and interventions for students with SEN, considering resources and individual needs, and updating timetables and provision maps throughout the year.
• Analyzing and tracking student progress using assessments, data, and records.
• Holding regular meetings to evaluate the progress of students with special needs.
• Providing training and support for staff working with students with SEN, including ASD, PDA, and ADHD.
• Acting as the Designated Teacher for CLA, attending PEPs and reviews, and recording relevant data.

You Will

• Have significant experience.
• Have strong knowledge of Autism.
• Be willing to participate in ongoing professional development.
• Have a passion for safeguarding and inspiring young people.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills to foster a positive culture.
• Have a visionary mindset with the ability to innovate and implement change.

Our Benefits

• Exclusive access to reward and discount schemes.
• Blue Light discount card.
• Relocation package*.
• Comprehensive induction.
• Ongoing training and career progression.
• Paid PVG/DBS checks.
• Wellbeing support.
• Cycle to work scheme and more.

If you're interested in this role or wish to organize a visit, please contact Robyn at 07720891703 or email robynhill@aspris.com.

We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can flourish and make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.

Aspris Education and Children’s Services is a leading UK provider of independent behavioural care, with over 100 high-quality schools, colleges, and homes, dedicated to making a lasting difference.

If you want to progress your career in Education, Aspris Children’s Services can help you achieve that.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must undergo safeguarding screening, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and references covering the last 3 years, including from previous work with children or vulnerable adults. References may be requested before interviews for roles within our schools.