SENCO

OverviewThe SENCO’s fundamental task is to support the Headteacher in ensuring that all staff recognise the importance of planning their lessons in ways that will encourage the participation and learning of all pupils.To contribute to the school’s strategic move forward as a member of the Senior Leadership Team and lead as an excellent role model in all the professional duties expected as a teacher.Four key areasStrategic direction and development of SEND, EAL and LAC provision in the schoolTeaching and learningLeading and managing staffEfficient and effective deployment of staff and resourcesAreas of responsibilityStrategic direction and development of SEND, EAL and LAC provision in the schoolThe SENCO coordinates, with the support of the Headteacher within the context of the school’s aims and policies, the development and implementation of the SEND policy (and other relevant policies) in order to raise achievement and improve the quality of education provided.Key tasks include:1.1 Strategic development of SEND, EAL and LAC policy/provision1.2 Support staff in understanding the needs of SEND, EAL and pupils who are LAC.1.3 Ensure objectives to develop SEND, EAL and LAC are reflected in the school development plan1.4 Monitor progress of SEND and EAL pupils as well as LAC1.5 Evaluate effectiveness of teaching and learning1.6 Analyse and interpret relevant school, local and national data1.7 Liaise with staff, parents and external agencies and other schools to co-ordinate their consultationTeaching and LearningThe SENCO seeks to develop, with the support of the Headteacher and colleagues, effective ways of overcoming barriers to learning and sustaining effective teaching through the analysis and assessment of pupils’ needs, by monitoring the quality of teaching and standards of pupils’ achievements, and by setting targets for improvement.Key tasks include:2.1 Identifying and adopting the most effective teaching approaches for pupils with SEND, EAL or who are LAC.2.2 Monitoring teaching and learning activities to meet the needs of pupils with SEND, EAL or who are LAC through:2.2a Monitoring of teaching quality and pupil achievement2.2b Target setting, including IEPs and provision maps2.2c Developing a recording system for progress2.3 Identifying and teaching study skills that will develop pupils’ ability to work independently2.4 Liaising with other schools to ensure continuity of support and learning when transferring pupils with SEND, EAL or who are LAC2.5 Undertaking day to day co-ordination of SEND, EAL or LAC pupils’ provisions through close liaison with staff, parents, and external agencies2.6 Teaching of groups of pupilsLeading and managing staffThe SENCO supports staff who are involved in working with pupils with SEND, EAL and who are LAC by ensuring all those involved have the information necessary to secure improvements in teaching and learning and sustain staff motivation.Key tasks include:3.1 Ensuring all members of staff recognise and fulfil their statutory responsibilities to pupils with SEND, EAL or who are LAC3.2 Contributing to the professional development of staff, including whole-school CPD provision3.3 Providing regular information to the Headteacher and Governing Body on the evaluation and impact of SEND, EAL and LAC provision3.4 Professional growth leader for staff including those with a SEN responsibility3.5 Attending PPA sessions3.6 Advising and supporting staff with planning3.7 Leading pupil progress meetings3.8 Meeting and discussing issues with parentsEfficient and effective deployment of staff and resourcesThe SENCO identifies, with the support of the Headteacher and Governing Body, appropriate resources to support the teaching of pupils with SEND, EAL or who are LAC and monitors their use in terms of efficiency, effectiveness, and safety.Key tasks include:4.1 Identifying resources needed to meet the needs of pupils with SEND, EAL or who are LAC and4.2 Advise the Headteacher of priorities for expenditure4.3 Advising the Headteacher and Governing Body on the efficient and effective deployment of staff4.4 Maintaining and developing a range of resources, co-ordinate their deployment and monitor their effectiveness in meeting the objectives of school and SEND policiesAny other duties requested by the Headteacher commensurate with the post and grade. #J-18808-Ljbffr