SENCO

Job Title: SENCO

Location: Rotherham

Salary: £150 to £200 per day

Start: ASAP 

Are you a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs (SEN) professional looking to take the next step in your career?

GSL Education are seeking a qualified Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join a vibrant school in Rotherham, supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students while playing a key role in shaping the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) strategy.

As the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO), you will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the provision for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). You will work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure that students receive the appropriate support and that their individual learning needs are met. You will also lead the development and implementation of the school’s SEN policy and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Responsibilities of the SENCO:

• Lead and manage the provision for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring that individual learning needs are met.
• Coordinate support plans, including Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), and monitor their effectiveness.
• Provide guidance and support to teachers and teaching assistants on strategies for supporting SEND students. 
• Work closely with parents and carers to develop collaborative approaches to supporting students.
• Ensure that all legal requirements concerning Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision are met and that the school complies with the SEN Code of Practice.
• Monitor student progress and outcomes, using data to inform decision-making and resource allocation.
• Contribute to staff training and development in relation to SEN issues.

Requirements of the SENCO:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) qualification or equivalent or extensive experience in a SENCO role.
• In-depth knowledge of the SEN Code of practice and legislation.
• Experience working with students with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Strong organisational and leadership skills with the ability to manage and coordinate multiple support plans.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with parents and carers. 
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. 
  
   

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Rotherham!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service. GSL offers equal opportunities to applicants from all members of the community.

GSL Education are an ethical, independent recruitment agency that aim to provide quality teaching and support staff in schools throughout Rotherham.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.