Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO)

Tenterden
9 months ago
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Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO)

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£49,(Apply online only) - £55,(Apply online only)

September – Ongoing

Vision for Education are working in close partnership with an independent School in Tenterden who is currently seeking for an SENCO to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthuastuic SENCO to support each individual child with special educational needs to reach their full potential getting the support they deserve and need.

As a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, you will work closely with the Students, Families and Teachers to plan and adapt each child’s development in learning and Monitor their progress using different Behaviour Plans and techniques.

The Role:

Lead on all aspects of SEND provision across the school
Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents/carers, and external agencies
Monitor and review EHCPs, IEPs, and other support plans
Ensure statutory requirements and best practices in SEND are implemented
Provide guidance, CPD, and support for staff in inclusive teaching and differentiation
Be an advocate for children with SEND, promoting a culture of equity and inclusion

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
National Award for SEN Coordination (or be willing to undertake it)
Proven experience in a similar SENCO or inclusion-focused role
Excellent understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
A caring, positive attitude and a child-centred approach to education
This SEN School is a warm and welcoming School with a strong sense of community. They are passionate about providing a safe and stimulating environment where children learn and grow in confidence and character. With a focus on creative learning, emotional wellbeing, and strong partnerships with families. The school supports students with Social, emotional mental Health.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

Have relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults
What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Kent team on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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