SEND Practitioner

Contract Type:
Permanent

Education Phases:
Secondary;

Job Role s:
Other Support;

Working Patterns:
Full-Time;

Interview Date: TBC-Interview may be held prior to closing date

Expected Working

Start Date:

January 2026

Is a Shared Job:
No

Cornwallis Academy is a ‘Good’ school on the outskirts of Loose, Maidstone with over 1300 students on roll aged 11 to 18. Cornwallis’ aimis to provide all students with the best educational provision.

It is a fully inclusive school, enabling all students tobe the best they can be by having ‘ambitions for all’. Believing all studentsshould be given every opportunity to achieve not only academically but alsopersonally.

In line with the Cornwallis ‘SMILE’ ethos, the aim is to motivate, inspire, excite and engage all students so that they can be successful in their learning. Placing students’ wellbeing at the heart of everything. A strong community ethos permeates, throughout the school, focusing on learning and progress as well as the whole child.

At Future Schools Trust, we are committed to building aworkplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We activelywelcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those who aredifferently abled, neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, from Black, Asian and minorityethnic communities, and from different religious or belief backgrounds. Wevalue the unique perspectives and experiences that individuals bring and believe they make our organisation stronger.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are happy to support you.

• Avibrant and exciting place to work
• Afriendly and supportive environment
• An excellent CPD programme, with opportunities for action research andnationally accredited qualifications
• The support of a Trust that currently encompasses two Secondary Schools andone Primary School. Alongside Tiger Cubs, our term time only Day Nursery,for children aged 3 months to 4 years, with great benefits to educationstaff.
• Awell-resourced department with schemes of work and resources available.
• An opportunity to join various schemes such as the Benenden corporatehealthcare scheme

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated SENDPractitioner to join our Inclusion Team. This is a key role within the department, supporting the SENCO in the effective day-to-day management of SENDprovision and ensuring high-quality support for pupils with additional needs.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing EHCP processes,coordinating provision, and working closely with pupils, parents, teachers, and external professionals.

Working closely with the SENCO, you will help ensure that every learnerreceives the right support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

This is a hands-on, pupil-centred role involving the coordination of EHCPprocesses, management of SEND provision, communication with families, and collaboration with teachers and external professionals.

· Leadon the coordination and completion of EHCP paperwork, consultations, and Annual Reviews.

· Maintain accurate provision maps and support the monitoring of SEND interventions andtheir impact.

· Overseethe Assess–Plan–Do–Review (APDR) cycle for allocated pupils and ensure timelyfollow-up actions.

· Playa leading role in transition processes, including Year 6–7 and mid-yearadmissions.

· Actas a key point of contact for parents and carers, building strong and supportive relationships.

· Provide advice and guidance to teaching staff on effective SEND strategies andclassroom practice.

· Support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of targeted interventions for pupils.

· Work directly with pupils to support their academic progress and emotionalwell-being.

· Collaborate with external professionals, primary schools, and internal teams to ensurecoordinated support.

· Assistthe SENCO with day-to-day running of the SEND department and contribute towhole-school SEND initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be able to manage complexprocesses such as EHCPs and Annual Reviews, while also building positive relationships and offering practical support to colleagues. You will be proactive, adaptable, and committed to ensuring every pupil receives the rightsupport to succeed.

· Asolid understanding of SEND Code of Practice and statutory responsibilities.

· Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

· Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, especially in managing paperwork and deadlines.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with families and staff.

· Acollaborative approach and willingness to work as part of a busy inclusionteam.

· Acommitment to inclusive practice and improving outcomes for young people.