Special Education Coordinator in UK

Job Title: Deputy SENDCo

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £56,959

Start Date: September 2024 or Immediate Start

MLK Education Search are actively seeking a highly motivated individual to take on the role of Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCO).

We are looking for someone who recognises that every child deserves success in this critical area of knowledge and who will tirelessly promote independence and motivation among all students.

Whether you’re an experienced subject leader or seeking your first curriculum leadership position, we encourage you to apply.

Key Expectations:

• Well-planned, challenging, and engaging lessons.
• Consistently high-quality teaching.
• Rigorous marking and constructive feedback to drive outstanding student progress.

The successful candidate will be innovative, forward-thinking, and solution-oriented.

You’ll contribute to the strategic development of SEND provision and collaborate enthusiastically with our SEND team.

Teaching across the full age and ability range within the school, you’ll uphold the highest standards of pupil achievement and personal development.

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Strong, well-qualified practitioner with relevant degrees and teaching qualifications.
• A reflective practitioner committed to continuous improvement.
• An effective communicator who champions the subject for students of varying abilities.
• Bring energy, dynamism, and genuine passion for SEND.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work within established frameworks for lesson planning, student behavior, and assessment.
• Lead and develop all aspects of SEND within the Academy.
• Assume responsibility for the SEND department in the absence of the SENDCo.
• Provide leadership and direction to department members.
• Play a key role in staff appraisal.
• Arrange cover and ensure suitable work during absences.
• Deputize for the SENDCo in implementing the SEND policy.
• Identify children for whom EHCPs may be necessary.
• Optimize existing resources within financial constraints.
• Provide accurate self-evaluation related to pupil outcomes.
• Lead SEND support in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Monitor and track student progress across Key Stages.
• Support curriculum leaders in teaching strategies and intervention.
• Assist in provision mapping for the Inclusion department.
• Track academic targets for SEND pupils.
• Ensure tailored provision for individual student needs.
• Keep parents informed of SEND student progress.
• Stay informed about subject area developments."

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