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SENCo - Special Needs School

  • Posted: 05-06-2025
  • Category: SEN
  • Location: Leicester
  • Type: Full-time / Permanent
  • Salary: £35000 - £43000 per annum
Job Title: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo)
Location: Leicester
Salary: £35,000 - £43,000
Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or sooner if available)

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs?

My client SEN school are seeking a dedicated, compassionate and experienced SENCo to join their dynamic team in Leicester, where they provide a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for pupils with a range of complex needs.

Our client school is committed to delivering outstanding education and care to pupils aged 4–19 with a variety of special educational needs, including autism, learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and social, emotional, and mental health needs. They pride themselves on their supportive staff culture, child-centred approach, and strong community partnerships.

The Role: As SENCo, you will play a key leadership role in shaping their SEN provision, working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, external professionals and families to ensure each pupil receives the tailored support they need to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the SEN provision across the school in line with the SEND Code of Practice
  • Work closely with teaching staff to support high-quality inclusive teaching and learning
  • Coordinate EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plan) processes and reviews
  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of SEN interventions and provision
  • Liaise with external agencies, parents/carers, and the local authority
  • Provide training and guidance to staff on SEND strategies and best practices
What We’re Looking For:
  • Qualified teacher status (QTS) and NASENCo qualification (or willingness to undertake)
  • Proven experience working with children with special educational needs
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • A passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for all learners
  • Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities
We the school offers:
  • A welcoming, supportive team and inclusive school culture
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A well-resourced environment tailored to meet the needs of our pupils
  • Access to wellbeing support and staff benefits
  • Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in a specialist setting

To Apply: Please send your CV and a covering letter to patrick@smile-education.co.uk / 0116 5071692
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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