About this role
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Qualified teacher statusNational professional qualification (NPQ) for SENCOs, or a willingness to complete it within 3 years of appointmentDegree
Experience
Teaching experienceExperience of working at a whole-school levelExperience of working with children with a range of SENInvolvement in self-evaluation and development planningExperience of conducting training/leading INSET
Skills and knowledge
Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of PracticeUnderstanding of what makes ‘quality first’ teaching, and of effective intervention strategiesAbility to plan and evaluate interventionsData analysis skills and the ability to use data to inform provision planningEffective communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to build effective working relationshipsAbility to influence and negotiateGood record-keeping skillsAdd any other skills or knowledge needed
Personal qualities
Commitment to getting the best outcomes for pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the schoolCommitment to equal opportunities and securing good outcomes for pupils with SEN or a disabilityAbility to work under pressure and prioritise effectivelyCommitment to maintaining confidentiality at all timesCommitment to safeguarding and equality