SENCO

Special Educational Needs Co‑ordinator (SENCO)

Location:

Handsworth, Birmingham

Salary: £32,916 (M1) – £51,047 (UPS3) per annum + Higher SENCO Allowance

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time

Shape the Future of Inclusive Education

SEND Inclusion Support is proud to be recruiting on behalf of one of our specialist education partners for an experienced and passionate Special Educational Needs Co‑ordinator (SENCO). This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist school supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD and a range of additional learning needs. The school provides a calm, nurturing and highly supportive environment where pupils are empowered to thrive both academically and personally.

As the school's SENCO, you will:

• Lead the strategic development and implementation of SEND provision across the school.
• Coordinate day‑to‑day SEND support and interventions.
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
• Support teachers and support staff in delivering high‑quality, inclusive teaching.
• Monitor pupil progress and analyse data to improve outcomes.
• Oversee EHCPs, annual reviews and targeted interventions.
• Work collaboratively with parents, carers and external professionals.
• Lead and develop SEND staff, providing guidance, training and support.
• Maintain accurate SEND records, documentation and reporting systems.
• Promote safeguarding, inclusion and positive outcomes for all pupils.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated professional who is committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS or QTLS).
• Experience teaching across a range of key stages.
• Previous experience in a SENCO or similar leadership role.
• NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current legislation.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.
• A commitment to inclusion, collaboration and continuous professional development.

Our partner school is committed to supporting and developing its staff and offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Salary from £32,916 to £51,047 per annum (dependent on experience).
• Higher SENCO Allowance.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to health and wellbeing support services, including a confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
• Retail, travel and leisure discounts.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Generous life assurance cover.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact within a specialist SEND setting.

Our partner school is a specialist independent setting designed to meet the needs of autistic children and young people. The school offers a low‑arousal, nurturing and highly personalised learning environment where pupils are supported to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. The school is part of a respected specialist education group providing high‑quality education and care for children and young people aged 7‑19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

SEND Inclusion Support and our partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures.