SENCO

Empowering Every Learner, Inspiring Every Day

Job Title: SENCO
Location:
Pattison School, Coventry
Salary:
Up To £45,000 per Annum (pro rata)
Hours: 2 Days a Week (specific days are to be decided)
Contract:
Permanent | Part Time
Start Date:
Available for September Start

Please note, early applications are recommended. We reserve the right to commence interview and offer for this role prior to the role closure date stated within this advertisement.

Join Our School as a SENCO

Pattison School is a small, nurturing independent school with a strong ethos of care, creativity and community. We are committed to supporting every child to thrive academically, socially and artistically. Our size allows us to know each pupil as an individual and to create an environment where they feel valued, supported and inspired.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff the share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media screening.

We are looking for an engaging and passionate individual to lead and deliver positive outcomes for our pupils. This is a wonderful opportunity to work with motivated pupils and passionate colleagues.

• Support with the strategic development of SEND provision in the school
• Complete Annual Reviews, Interim reviews and Emergency Reviews of EHCPs in line with the SEND code of practice
• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and coordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability.
• Oversee the looked after pupils within the school
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
• Advise on the use of school’s budget and other resources to meet pupils’ needs effectively, including staff development
• Promote inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum
• Leading and managing staff and the effective deployment of staff resources
• Lead on interventions that will support all pupils
• Quality assurance of Teaching and Learning with a focus on SEND provision
• Attend and review PEP meetings

• A qualified teacher with (or working towards) the National Award for SEN Coordination
• Highly knowledgeable about SEND legislation, statutory processes, and best practice
• An excellent communicator who builds trust with families and professionals
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload with confidence
• Passionate about inclusive education and committed to improving outcomes for every learner

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media screening.