SENCo in Birmingham, West Midlands

Job Title: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: £200 – £320 per day (dependent on experience + qualifications)
Contract: Long-Term Temporary
Working Pattern: Full-Time, 5 Days per Week (Monday – Friday)

Are you an experienced SENCO with a passion for championing inclusive education and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed?

Do you have the leadership skills, SEND knowledge and determination to make a real difference to students with additional learning needs?

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can shape SEND provision, support teaching staff and have a lasting impact on young people's educational experiences?

TeacherActive is delighted to be working with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Bartley Green, Birmingham, seeking an experienced and dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join their team on a full-time, long-term temporary basis, starting ASAP.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate SEND professional to take a leading role in supporting students with a wide range of additional needs. Working closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, parents and external agencies, you will help ensure that every student receives the tailored support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

The successful SENCO will play a key role in developing inclusive teaching practices, coordinating SEND provision and ensuring that students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) receive appropriate support throughout their secondary education.

The successful SENCO will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have relevant experience working within a secondary school setting.

• Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO), the NPQ for SENCOs, or meet the applicable requirements to undertake the qualification.

• Have a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation.

• Be confident coordinating and reviewing EHCPs, SEND support plans and individual learning strategies.

• Have experience identifying and assessing students' additional learning needs.

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills and the ability to support and guide teaching assistants and classroom teachers.

• Work effectively with parents, carers, external professionals and local authorities.

• Be committed to promoting an inclusive, supportive and ambitious learning environment.

• Have excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating SEND provision across the secondary school.

• Overseeing the identification, assessment and monitoring of students with SEND.

• Managing EHCP reviews and ensuring appropriate interventions are implemented.

• Supporting teachers in adapting lessons and resources to meet individual learning needs.

• Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and improve the school's SEND strategy.

• Liaising with parents, carers and external agencies to ensure a joined-up approach to student support.

• Monitoring student progress and evaluating the effectiveness of SEND interventions.

• Ensuring the school meets its statutory SEND responsibilities.

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help with the onboarding process.

• Guaranteed Payment Scheme (Terms and Conditions apply).

• CPD courses and certificates through the My-Progress platform.

• Competitive rates of pay between £200 and £320 per day, dependent on experience.

• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – receive up to £100 when you refer a friend (Terms and Conditions apply).

• A rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference within a secondary school environment.

Ready to lead, inspire and make a lasting impact?

If you're an experienced SENCO who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to helping students with SEND achieve their full potential, we want to hear from you!

Apply today or contact:

Sasha McCrory
Email: (url removed)
Telephone: (phone number removed)

Immediate start available – don't miss this fantastic opportunity!

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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