SENCo. Education & Training

Overview

SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (one-form entry primary school)

Ofsted Rating: Outstanding in all areas

Working Pattern: Minimum 3 days per week (0.6 FTE) up to Full Time considered

Start Date: ASAP

As our SENCo, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and coordination of SEND provision across the school.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, support staff, families and external professionals to ensure timely identification, intervention and review of pupils with additional needs.
• Lead on statutory processes including EHCP applications, reviews and annual reviews.
• Monitor and evaluate impact of SEND support and interventions.
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and best practice guidance.
• Provide advice and training to staff to support high-quality inclusive teaching.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• Has the NASENCo Award (mandatory).
• Has experience of working in SEND leadership or coordination.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion and ensuring every child can succeed.

• A welcoming, supportive and friendly school community.
• Strong leadership team with a shared vision for inclusive education.
• A school with recognised excellence through Ofsted.
• Opportunities to shape and grow SEND provision in an expanding school.