Deputy SENDCo (Non Teaching)

Start Date: 1st September 2026 Contract duration: Permanent, Full time Working time: Term time plus 3 weeks – 41 working weeks in total St Gregory’s Catholic High School is seeking to appoint a committed, organised and highly motivated Deputy SENDCo to support the leadership and coordination of SEND provision across our high school. This is a non-teaching support staff role that will work closely with the SENDCo, another Deputy SENDCo, pastoral leaders, teaching staff, families and external agencies to ensure that pupils with additional needs receive high-quality support and achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the SEND department, including coordinating EHCP reviews, managing and monitoring SEND documentation, overseeing exam access arrangements, supporting pupil tracking and interventions, and liaising with parents and external professionals. They will also contribute strategically to the development of inclusive practice across the school and support staff in implementing effective provision for pupils with SEND. We are looking for someone who: Has strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills Has experience of working with pupils with SEND in a secondary school setting Understands EHCP processes, access arrangements and graduated SEND support Can work collaboratively with staff, families and outside agencies Is able to manage sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality Is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for young people The role includes: Coordinating annual reviews and SEND meetings Maintaining accurate SEND records and pupil passports Supporting assessment and identification of additional needs Leading and coordinating exam access arrangements Monitoring SEND provision and pupil progress Supporting staff with strategies and inclusive practice Liaising with parents, external agencies and feeder schools Contributing to the strategic development of SEND provision This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and ambitious school community where inclusion, high expectations and student wellbeing are central to our ethos. In return you will get the outstanding opportunity to develop your career in a wonderful family community alongside supportive colleagues in a calm and purposeful environment where the pupils have a love for learning.