SENCO

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Be a qualified SENCO with expert knowledge of SEND legislation and the Code of Practice.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for SEND and inclusion across the school.
• Work directly with pupils, including those with complex needs within our SEND provision.
• Lead and manage a team of Learning Support Assistants, overseeing effective deployment and training.
• Model and promote outstanding inclusive teaching practice for all staff.
• Manage SEND assessments, EHCP processes, and partnerships with external agencies (including SEND Ops).
• Lead and develop our Thrive programme (willingness to undertake Thrive Practitioner training is essential).
• Contribute actively to school improvement, safeguarding, and the Senior Management Team.
• Demonstrate a collaborative, resilient leadership style with high aspirations for both pupils and themselves.

What the school offers its staff

A Stunning Workspace

Work within beautiful, extensive grounds with top-tier resources designed to bring learning to life beyond the classroom walls.

A Culture of Care

Join a dedicated team that values resilience, a good sense of humour, and genuine professional support.

Professional Growth

We invest in our people. Whether you are an experienced leader or an aspiring practitioner, you will be valued, heard, and supported.

Comprehensive Wellbeing Package

Access to our staff insurance package, including

• Counselling & Mindfulness support
• Physiotherapy & Integrated GP Helpline
• Nurse Support & Leadership Coaching
• Whole-school wellbeing initiatives

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.