Specialist SENCO for SEND School in Gloucester

About the role

The school is a well‑resourced specialist SEND setting in Gloucester, dedicated to supporting pupils with a wide range of additional needs. As the SENCO you will join the senior leadership team to ensure that every child receives high‑quality, personalised education and support.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the whole school.
• Oversee the development, implementation and review of EHCPs and personalised learning plans.
• Support teachers and teaching assistants with effective SEND strategies and interventions.
• Monitor pupil progress, evaluate the impact of provision and adjust approaches as needed.
• Work closely with parents, carers and external agencies to maintain high standards of provision.
• Ensure statutory SEND responsibilities are met and contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing initiatives.
• Participate in whole‑school improvement and leadership projects.

Required profile

• Qualified teacher with previous SENCO experience, or an experienced SEND practitioner willing to complete the National Award for SEN Coordination.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCP processes and inclusive practice.
• Proven leadership ability and experience of working collaboratively with multi‑disciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Knowledge of EHCP management and review cycles.
• Understanding of SEND statutory duties and best‑practice frameworks.
• Ability to develop and deliver staff training on SEND topics.

What we offer

• A supportive and experienced senior leadership team.
• Opportunities to shape and develop SEND provision in a specialist setting.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership support.
• Competitive salary aligned with experience and qualifications.
• Chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people with SEND.