SEN Curriculum Co-ordinator

Job Title - Curriculum Co-ordinator

Salary - £38,000 - £42,000

Location - Greater Manchester

Contract Type - Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated educational professional to oversee the design, alignment, and implementation of an ambitious, high-quality curriculum.

The organisation provides specialized educational support tailored to young people with diverse and complex learning needs. It focuses on creating inclusive, trauma-informed environments that empower students to re-engage with their learning journeys successfully.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee the strategic development and sequencing of educational plans to ensure a cohesive learning experience across all teaching teams.

• Monitor the standard of teaching delivery through routine classroom observations, work reviews, and direct student feedback cycles.

• Deliver targeted instructional coaching and evidence-based professional development to support staff with adaptive teaching strategies.

• Partner closely with Special Educational Needs (SEN) leads to integrate accessibility features directly into the foundational planning stages.

• Ensure all educational materials and framework documentation remain updated, compliant with statutory guidelines, and easily accessible.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) along with a relevant degree in education or a closely related specialist field.

• Substantial background in classroom instruction coupled with leadership experience managing a specific academic subject or educational phase.

• Proven history of supporting learners with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) difficulties or disrupted educational backgrounds.

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to mentor colleagues and give constructive feedback.

• Up-to-date knowledge of national safeguarding protocols, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) regulations, and an Enhanced DBS check.

• Desired but not essential: Experience working within alternative provision, pupil referral units (PRUs), or therapeutic learning environments.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package ensuring financial stability and peace of mind.

• Term-time working schedule giving you an excellent work-life balance and aligned holidays.

• Comprehensive onboarding and continuous specialist training, maximizing your skills in special educational needs and student welfare.

If you are a passionate educator ready to shape an impactful curriculum and drive academic engagement, please submit your application today to take the next step in your leadership career.

Important Notice:

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited.

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