SENCO

This isn't just another SENCO role

We're looking for a fantastic SENCO who believes every young person has potential and is passionate about helping them discover just how far they can go.

You'll be joining a friendly education team where making a difference really does matter. Working with young people with SEND
, you'll help remove barriers, build confidence, and give learners the support they need to thrive.

You'll be based in Boscombe
, working alongside tutors, families, and external professionals, with some travel between centres.

So, what will you be getting up to?

A little bit of everything! You'll be:

• Leading and developing SEND provision.
• Assessing learners' needs and creating individual support plans.
• Supporting and inspiring tutors to deliver inclusive learning.
• Building great relationships with families and external professionals.
• Coordinating reviews, referrals, and learner support meetings.
• Sharing your knowledge, offering guidance, and helping the team continually improve.

Essentially, you'll be the go-to person for all things SEND, making sure learners get the support they deserve and staff have the tools to provide it.

What will you bring to the party?

You’ll need:

• QTS and a Level 5 or above teaching qualification.
• English and Maths at Level 2 or equivalent.
• At least three years' teaching experience (post-16 experience would be lovely).
• Experience working with young people with SEND.
• A good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.

A NASENCO or NPQ SENCO qualification would be a bonus
. (not essential)

Qualifications aren't everything. We're also looking for someone who is:

• Kind, empathetic and genuinely passionate about young people.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and full of ideas.
• A great communicator who can bring people together.
• Organised, adaptable, and not easily fazed.
• Happy to share knowledge, support colleagues and have a laugh along the way!

Benefits

• 38,000k pa salary.
• Permanent position.
• Additional annual leave.
• Private medical and dental insurance.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Company events, casual dress, and sick pay.
• Pension

A few important things

• A full, current driving licence is essential, as travel between centres is required.
• Applicants must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. An enhanced DBS check and relevant pre-employment checks will be required.