SENCo Specialist

Connex Education is seeking a dedicated SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to join a well-established school in Solihull.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and development, and previous experience working with students with SEND.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that school policies and procedures align with governmental SEN policies and regulations.
• Support teachers in implementing effective strategies for teaching children with special learning requirements.
• Maintain adequate equipment and facilities for special educational needs, including wheelchair accessibility and audio-visual learning aids.
• Prepare and lead training sessions for teachers and teaching assistants on SEN policies and practices.
• Assess and provide recommendations for individualized support plans for students with learning disabilities.
• Provide regular progress updates to senior teachers and parents.
• Offer one-on-one teaching support to students with learning difficulties in the classroom.
• Refer students to external agencies for additional support as needed.

Requirements:

• QTS and SENCO qualification
• Experience working with SEND students in a large and diverse inner-city school
• Strong background in identifying, monitoring, and providing effective support for students with SEND
• Able to raise attainment and progress for students with SEND
• Skilled in implementing research-informed strategies to support SEND students
• Familiarity with EHCP/SSP processes, annual reviews, referrals, applications, and conversions
• Ability to liaise effectively with outside agencies
• Experienced in budgeting and safeguarding

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate
• PAYE paid weekly
• Funded formal qualifications in SEND, teaching and learning, and HTLA
• Career progression opportunities via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course