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Are you a visionary leader with a passion for inclusive education? Do you believe every student, regardless of need, deserves an exceptional educational experience? Are you seeking an immediate, full-time opportunity to make a tangible difference? About the Role: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly motivated, skilled, and dedicated professional to step into the crucial role of Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) in a thriving secondary academy located in the area of Bradford. This is a full-time, position starting this January representing a significant chance for a committed individual to drive forward the SEND agenda. The role requires a strong, strategic leader who can ensure compliance, oversee provision, and champion inclusive practice across all levels of the academy.
Job Responsibility:
Strategic Oversight: Lead the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision
Coordination of Provision: Oversee the day-to-day operation of the academy's SEND policy and provision
Statutory Management: Manage and coordinate the statutory assessment and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) review process
Staff Training: Provide professional guidance to colleagues, including leading whole-school Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all students on the SEN register
Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor the quality of teaching and standards of achievement of students with SEND
External Liaison: Be the main point of contact for external agencies, specialists, and the Local Authority regarding SEND
Parent Partnership: Develop and maintain strong working relationships with parents of students with SEND
Resource Allocation: Be accountable for the deployment of specialist resources, including the allocation of support staff
Admissions: Advise on the admission of students with SEND, ensuring a smooth transition process
Requirements:
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification
Significant successful experience of working as a SENCO or in a senior SEND leadership role
Eligibility to work in the UK
Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)
Strategic Leadership: Ability to develop and implement a whole-school SEND strategy
Statutory Compliance: Expert knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation
Data Analysis: Proficiency in using data to identify needs, monitor progress, and evaluate the effectiveness of provision
Exceptional Communication: Clear and empathetic communication with students, parents, staff, and external agencies
Conflict Resolution: Skill in mediating and resolving issues related to provision and parental concerns
Effective Line Management: Ability to manage and lead a team of Teaching Assistants and support staff
Nice to have:
empathy
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
What we offer:
A supportive, collaborative working environment
Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development
Support with DBS applications and safeguarding training
The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students
Competitive salary and benefits package
A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions)