Location: Tooting, London

Contract Type: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Ortus Recruitment is working with a 4-form entry mainstream primary school in Tooting to recruit an experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to join their team on a part-time and permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated individual with a background in special educational needs to join a dynamic and supportive team.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinating and leading on the provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) within the school
• Implementing and reviewing the SEND policy and ensuring that it is in line with the requirements of the SEND Code of Practice
• Identifying and assessing children with SEND and ensuring that their needs are met through effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of individual education plans
• Coordinating with external agencies and professionals to ensure that pupils with SEND receive the appropriate support and provision
• Providing training and support to teaching and support staff to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to meet the needs of pupils with SEND
• Ensuring that parents and carers are involved in the provision for their child and kept informed of their progress

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant experience working with SEND
• Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination or willingness to work towards this qualification
• Experience of working with pupils with SEND in a primary school setting
• Knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and manage a team
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and two satisfactory references.

If you are an experienced and passionate SENCo looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

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