About this role
Qualifications and training
Qualified teacher statusNational professional qualification (NPQ) for SENCOs, the previous qualification,]Degree
Experience
Teaching experience, with a high level of experience in the Early YearsExperience of working at a whole-school levelExperience of working with children with a range of SEN including experience of working with pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASDInvolvement 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 skills
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 equalityAbility to work collaboratively within a team