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**Role title**: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

**Reports to**: Executive Headteachers’

**Location**: Wallasey, Wirral

**Salary starting from**: £40,000

**About Role**
As a SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator), you will play a crucial role in supporting the educational needs of children with special needs across our schools in Greater Manchester. This will be achieved through the effective leadership and management of teaching practices, the development and implementation of tailored interventions, and the provision of guidance and support to staff.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead and manage teaching staff, ensuring high standards of student behaviour, engagement, and achievement, especially for students with SEN/SEMH.
- Monitor and adapt teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of pupils.
- Develop independent study skills and promote a culture of self-directed learning.
- Share effective SEN teaching strategies and provide professional development for staff.
- Lead training on SEN and interventions for staff, including teachers and support staff.
- Oversee day-to-day management of teaching programs and curriculum delivery.
- Line manage teachers and support staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.
- Develop strong links with local schools, agencies, and settings to ensure smooth transitions for pupils.
- Track and assess pupil progress using data to improve teaching and learning outcomes.
- Ensure the timely and accurate update of IEPs and other support plans.
- Manage safeguarding procedures and act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
- Collaborate with parents, external agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure effective support for students.

**Qualifications**
- Minimum of 2 years of management experience, ideally in an alternative provision or SEMH setting.
- SENCO qualification required.
- Additional relevant qualifications or training in SEN/SEMH desirable

**Performance Expectations**:

- Demonstrates strong leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate staff to achieve high standards in teaching and learning.
- Proven ability to manage change, implement new strategies, and continuously improve school performance.
- Strong time management, delegation, and strategic planning abilities.
- Commitment to CPD for self and others, fostering a learning-focused school culture.

**Why EdStart?**
- **Supportive and Inclusive Environment**: Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to supporting students with SEMH and SEN needs, creating a safe, nurturing, and trauma-informed space where every student is given the opportunity to thrive.
- **Professional Growth**: EdStart invests in your development with ongoing training, mentoring, and opportunities to grow within the organisation, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to make a meaningful impact.
- **Collaborative Culture**: Work alongside a passionate team of educators, mentors, and external professionals, fostering a collaborative approach to student success and well-being.
- **Meaningful Impact**: Play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of young people, helping them overcome barriers to learning and develop the skills they need to succeed academically and personally.
- **Work-Life Balance**: EdStart values the well-being of its staff, offering a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance and a positive, fulfilling career in education.
- **Innovative Approach**: Join a forward-thinking organisation that embraces creative solutions and innovative practices to address the diverse needs of students, ensuring every child receives personalised support.

**Safeguarding and Recruitment**

Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

- Are you in a commutable distance to the role?

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 1 year (required)
- Applied behaviour analysis: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: On the road