SENDco

SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator) Harrow Salary: MPS/UPS (+ SEN Allowance) ASAP Start Role Profile: The SENDCo is a key leader within our School, responsible for ensuring the effective implementation of SEND policies and practices across the school. The role involves supporting pupils with additional needs, leading staff development, fostering parent and community partnerships, and liaising with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for all pupils with SEND. The postholder is expected to positively model excellent leadership practice and the highest professional standards at all times. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership and Management • Act as the named SENDCo, ensuring statutory compliance with the SEND Code of Practice. • Develop and monitor SEND strategies, policies, and provision to support the school's vision for inclusive education. • Contribute to school improvement planning and report to stakeholders, including governors, on SEND provision. • Maintain and regularly update the SEND register and ensure accurate records are logged on CPOMS. • Oversee provision mapping, ensuring the appropriate allocation of resources and interventions. SEND Support and Monitoring • Monitor and evaluate individual and group interventions for effectiveness. • Support teachers with the development of Individual Support Plans (ISPs), ensuring SMART targets align with external advice and school priorities. • Conduct classroom observations to support teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment. • Oversee EHCP applications, annual reviews, and funding allocations, ensuring compliance with local authority deadlines. Person Specification: Qualifications Essential: • Degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). • NASENCo/SENDCo qualification (or working towards it). • Level 3 safeguarding training. Desirable: • Advanced degree (e.g., M.A. in Education or Advanced Diploma). • Accredited courses or extensive SEND training. Experience Essential: • Proven success as a class teacher in the primary range. • Experience in performance and line management, including supporting staff to improve practice. • Familiarity with SEND assessment, tracking, and target-setting systems. • Demonstrated ability to liaise with external agencies and write effective referrals. Desirable: • Experience across more than one key stage or school. • Successful management of a SEND budget or resources. • Track record of delivering training to staff or leading teams. Professional Knowledge and Skills Essential: • Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching strategies. • Familiarity with safeguarding processes and creating effective learning environments. • Proficient in ICT, including SEND management systems and provision mapping. Desirable: • Knowledge of Literacy Gold and dyslexia screening tools. • Awareness of current national and local SEND initiatives. If you are the SENDCO Teacher we have been looking for, then apply today. Shortlisted Teachers will be contacted within 24 hours. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. To apply for this opportunity, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application. Please see our website page headed ‘About’ and scroll to the bottom to see our ‘Privacy Notice’ for an explanation about how we use information we collect about you. SENDCO – Outstanding School - #INDPTLDN22

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