SENCO

SENCO Specialist SEMH School Location: Cannock Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Company Benefits Full-time | Permanent | Immediate start available Are you a passionate and experienced SENCO ready to make a real difference in the lives of young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs? An independent specialist school and college in Cannock is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join their small, dynamic team. This setting supports children and young people from Year 8 to Year 13/14 , providing a nurturing and therapeutic environment where every learner is supported to reach their potential. About the Role You’ll lead and coordinate SEN provision across the school, working closely with a small team of dedicated teaching assistants and a highly skilled clinical support team. Your responsibilities will include: Leading on all aspects of SEN provision, ensuring compliance and high-quality practice. Managing and supporting a small team of teaching assistants. Acting as the designated teacher for key meetings with parents, governors, and external professionals. Liaising with the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver joined-up support for pupils with SEMH needs. Overseeing documentation, EHCPs, and reviews with confidence and professionalism. (Once settled) delivering approximately 10 hours of literacy and numeracy teaching per week to small SEN groups. About You We’re looking for a SENCO who is: Qualified and experienced , holding QTS and the National Award for SEN Coordination (or equivalent). Skilled in managing and motivating staff to deliver excellent SEN provision. Confident in leading meetings, liaising with parents, governors, and external professionals. Experienced in supporting children with challenging behaviour and SEMH needs . Organised, proactive, and able to “hit the ground running.” Passionate about inclusion, resilience, and making a meaningful impact on young people’s lives. Why Join Work in a small, nurturing school community (around 50 pupils). Be part of a forward-thinking, well-supported multidisciplinary team. Genuine opportunities for professional growth and internal progression. A role that balances leadership responsibility with meaningful, hands-on impact. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Contact Details If this exciting opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please contact Jordanna Osborn on Alternatively, email an updated CV to Recommendations Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for successful referrals following the completion of probation. #SENCo #SEND #SEMH #EducationJobs #EducationRecruitment