Details:
- Salary: £55,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: IG7 Grange Hill Essex
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
SENDCo (Senior School)
Leading Independent School, Essex
Permanent | Full Time | January 2027
Lead SEND Provision in a Thriving Senior School
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate SENDCo to lead and develop Learning Support within a successful and highly regarded independent Senior School.
Working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, parents and external agencies, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring pupils with additional learning needs are fully supported to achieve their academic and personal potential.
This position would suit an experienced SEND professional who is committed to inclusion, high standards and pupil-centred practice.
The Role
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading and managing SEND provision across the Senior School.
* Coordinating support for pupils with a range of additional learning needs.
* Overseeing pupil assessments, learning plans and intervention programmes.
* Managing Exam Access Arrangements in line with JCQ regulations.
* Advising teaching staff on effective inclusive classroom strategies.
* Working collaboratively with parents, pastoral teams and external professionals.
* Monitoring pupil progress and evaluating the impact of SEND interventions.
* Delivering training and guidance to staff to support inclusive practice.
About You
The successful candidate will:
* Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
* Have substantial experience supporting pupils with SEND in a secondary setting.
* Hold, or be working towards, the NASENCO or NPQ SENCO qualification.
* Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Have the ability to lead, motivate and develop colleagues.
* Be committed to enabling every pupil to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Benefits
* Competitive salary dependent on experience.
* Excellent professional development opportunities.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Complimentary meals during term time.
* Employee wellbeing support.
* Access to outstanding sports and leisure facilities.
* Free on-site parking.
* A supportive and collaborative working environment.
* Excellent transport links.
The School
This established co-educational independent school is recognised for its strong academic outcomes, excellent pastoral care and commitment to developing the whole child. Set within beautiful grounds, the school offers exceptional facilities and provides an inspiring environment in which both pupils and staff flourish.
Apply
If you are an ambitious and dedicated SEND professional looking to make a significant impact within a successful Senior School, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Early applications are encouraged.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references