SENDCo - 12-Month Maternity Cover

Summary:

SENDCo - 12-Month Maternity Cover opportunity at a dynamic prep school.

About the School:

A school committed to nurturing intellect, character, and passion in students from early years through to 18. It provides a secure, tailored learning environment that supports academic and personal growth.

The Opportunity:

As a SENDCo, you will lead the school’s Special Educational Needs and Disabilities provision, ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking, supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality 1:1 lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Teach small groups, including Year 4/5/6 maths and comprehension, and early years intervention sessions.
• Monitor pupil progress using formal and informal assessments, identifying areas for targeted interventions.
• Ensure exam concessions are tracked, implemented, and practised from Year 4 onwards.
• Maintain and update the SEND and Learning Enhancement (LE) registers termly.
• Create and update pupil passports, ensuring staff are informed and aligned with student needs.
• Uphold the SEND Code of Practice and ensure all procedures align with statutory requirements.
• Line-manage 1:1 LSAs, including recruitment, deployment, and matching LSAs to pupils.
• Conduct lesson observations and provide timely feedback to staff.
• Deliver staff training on SEND best practice and new pedagogy.
• Hold regular meetings with parents to discuss pupil progress and concerns.
• Act as the first point of contact for parents of SEND/LE pupils, offering guidance and support.
• Liaise with external professionals, including therapists and educational psychologists.
• Organise and manage external therapy timetables and attend relevant training.
• Organise termly SEND coffee mornings and lead the whole-school Neurodiversity Celebration Week.
• Manage the SEND department budget, including resource purchases and EHCP spending.
• Support pupil recruitment by meeting prospective families and assessing suitability.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• NASENCO qualification or willingness to acquire it within two years of starting the role.
• Experience in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities provision.
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements.
• Ability to manage a budget and track spending accurately.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional conduct.

Preferred

• Experience in teaching small groups and delivering 1:1 lessons.
• Experience with formal and informal assessment tools.
• Experience in line management and staff appraisal.
• Experience in parent engagement and support.
• Experience in external liaison with therapists and educational professionals.
• Experience in event organisation and community engagement.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and training support.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.