About this role
Essential
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Successful teaching experience Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements Experience of working with pupils with a range of SEND Ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills Mandatory SENCO Qualification Hold, or be willing to complete, the National Professional Qualification (NPQ) for SENCOs, in line with statutory requirements Transitional arrangements apply: SENCOs who began the NASENCO before 1 September 2024 must complete it by 1 September 2027 SENCOs who already hold the NASENCO are not required to complete the NPQ for SENCOs
Desirable
Experience of strategic SEND leadership Experience of writing and reviewing EHCP documentation Experience of working across more than one school or within a Trust context Knowledge of evidence-informed SEND practice