SEN Centre Support Lead

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The role involves managing SEN Support Plans by developing, implementing, and overseeing individualised plans. It includes attending and contributing to EHCP reviews with the Centre Manager ensuring plans are updated for effectiveness. The position requires working collaboratively with staff to develop strategies for diverse learner needs, supporting Learning Support Assistants with guidance and tools, and ensuring resource allocation. Direct intervention through 1-1 and small group sessions is essential to support learner progress.

The role also includes leading meetings, maintaining communication with parents, assisting high-needs learners during enrolment and organising transition activities to aid learner integration.

Job Title: SEN Centre Support Lead

Location: Ipswich

Working Hours: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday, 1-hour lunch unpaid, 37.5 hours per week.

Contract Type: Permanent

Reports to: Centre Manager

• Learning Support Qualifications from Level 2 (Essential)
• Maths and English GCSE A-c or 4 9 (Essential)
• Functional Skills Level 2 (Essential)
• CPD in dyslexia awareness, ADHD, ASD, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Aspergers, challenging behaviour (Desirable)
• Other qualifications that may be relevant to the role will be considered depending on the status (Desirable)

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role focused on SEN.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and adaptability.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• A compassionate and understanding approach to learners in education.
• Experience of working with learners who may be challenging at times.
• Experience in motivating learners and raising their aspirations.

• Manage SEN Support Plans: develop, implement and oversee support plans tailored to individual learner needs.
• EHCP Reviews: attend and contribute to EHCP reviews alongside the Centre Manager and amend plans post review to ensure they remain effective and relevant.
• Support Strategy Development: work with staff to develop effective strategies for meeting the diverse needs of learners.
• Line Management: with the Centre Manager's support, support Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), ensuring they have the guidance and tools needed to succeed.
• Resource Allocation: ensure that learners have access to appropriate resources to aid their learning needs.
• Direct Intervention: conduct 1‑1 and small group sessions to support learner progress and address specific challenges.
• Collaborative Support: actively support sessions and conduct intervention work to aid learner development.
• Meetings: lead LSA meetings with the Centre Manager to review and progress support plans and interventions.
• Parental Communication: maintain open lines of communication with parents as needed to discuss learner progress and concerns.
• Enrolment Support: assist in the enrolment process for learners with high needs ensuring a smooth transition.
• Transition Planning: plan and organise transition days working closely with the Centre Manager to ensure effective integration for learners.

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