Special educational needs co-ordinator

The SENCO, under the direction of the headteacher, will determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school, be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability, and provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies. The SENCO will also be expected to fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document.