Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) - Mainstream Secondary School -Barking
Position: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
Location: Barking, London
Contract Type: Permanent
Start Date: September 2024
Salary: £45,000 - £60,000
Are you a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) seeking an exciting opportunity in a dynamic educational environment? I am working with a leading mainstream secondary school in Barking with a specialised SEN provision. They are searching for an innovative SENCO with great experience to support their children with SEND.
About the school:
This is a thriving and inclusive mainstream secondary school known for its commitment to academic excellence and providing a supportive learning environment for all students. The school is equipped with a specialized SEN provision, ensuring that every student receives tailored support to achieve their full potential. This school has a brand new building and has excellent facilities for all their children. They have a great SEND team, ready to welcome a new SENCO to their school community!
The Role:
As SENCO, you will play a crucial role in leading and coordinating the provision for students with Special Educational Needs. You will work collaboratively with teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure that all students receive the necessary support to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and manage the SEN provision within the school.
· Work closely with teachers to implement effective strategies to support students with SEN.
· Coordinate and oversee the assessment and identification of students with SEN.
· Collaborate with parents, external agencies, and other stakeholders to provide a holistic support system.
· Ensure that the school's SEN policy is effectively implemented and monitored.
Requirements:
· Qualified teacher status (QTS)
· NASENCO Qualification
· In-depth knowledge of SEN policies, practices, and the latest educational developments.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to lead and inspire a team of dedicated professionals.
Interested in hearing more?
If you want to hear more about our SEND opportunities, please get in touch! You can apply by response to this advert! If you are not contacted within 5 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and you are welcome to contact us to discuss your SEND career development.
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