SENDCo - Join a Supportive School Community

Academics Ltd; Woodford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A small independent special school in Woodford is seeking an experienced SENDCo to provide strategic leadership and hands-on support for children with dyslexia. The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with a SENDCo qualification, capable of developing effective support plans and collaborating with staff and families. This role promises a rewarding environment dedicated to inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a SENDCo qualification.
• Strong knowledge of special educational needs and inclusive education.
• Experience with dyslexia and related needs desirable.

Responsibilities

• Balance strategic planning with hands-on support as a SENDCo.
• Develop and implement effective support plans.
• Collaborate with staff and families to support learners.

Skills

Knowledge of special educational needs

Collaboration skills

Strategic planning

Hands-on support

Education

Qualified teacher with SENDCo qualification

Job description

Overview

SENDCo - Join a supportive school community. We are looking for an experienced and dedicated SENDCo to join a small independent special school that specialises in supporting children and young people with dyslexia and related learning and communication needs.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong knowledge of special educational needs and a genuine passion for inclusive education. You will be a qualified teacher with a SENDCo qualification, able to balance strategic planning with hands-on support. Confidence in working with staff, families, and external professionals is key, alongside the ability to create and implement effective support plans.

Responsibilities

• Balance strategic planning with hands-on support as a SENDCo in a small independent special school.
• Apply strong knowledge of special educational needs to develop and implement effective support plans.
• Collaborate with staff, families, and external professionals to support learners with dyslexia and related needs.
• Support learners’ learning and communication needs through targeted strategies and inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with a SENDCo qualification.
• Strong knowledge of special educational needs and inclusive education.
• Experience working with children and young people with dyslexia and related learning and communication needs is desirable.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on support and collaboration.