Location: Lambeth

Ortus Recruitment are seeking a highly motivated and experienced SENCO with a NASENCO qualification to join our dynamic and inclusive school based in Streatham. Our partnered mainstream primary school is a 4-form entry school with an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted report with a great Senior Leadership Team (SLT). The successful candidate will have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and a proven track record of conducting effective annual reviews and EHC plan applications. This position is a part-time role, which will require you to work 3 days a week and this is also a non-class-based position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the special educational needs and disabilities provision within the school.
• Develop and implement the school’s SEND policy and support plan.
• Ensure that all students with SEND receive high-quality support and make progress.
• Conduct effective annual reviews and coordinate the preparation of EHC plan applications.
• Work closely with teachers, parents, and outside agencies to provide a coordinated and comprehensive support system for students with SEND.
• Provide training and support to teachers and other staff on SEND issues.
• Monitor the impact of SEND support on student progress and outcomes.
• Keep up to date with developments in SEND legislation, policy, and practice

Requirements:

• NASENCO qualification/ SENCO Training
• Significant experience as a SENCO, including conducting annual reviews and EHC plan applications.
• A thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the responsibilities of schools in relation to SEND
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, staff, and external agencies.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively.
• A commitment to inclusion and the ability to think creatively and find solutions to complex SEND issues

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced SENCO to join a supportive and dynamic primary school. If you have the skills and experience, we are looking for we would love to hear from you.

If you would like to be considered for this vacancy, please apply with your full CV today.

Ortus Recruitment Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all candidates are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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