SENCO

Are you a passionate, strategic and reflective SEND leader who wants to make a real difference in a small, close‑knit village primary? Join Seer Green CE School where children are known, challenged and celebrated — a place where your expertise will shape provision, support staff development and help every pupil flourish. About our school Seer Green CE is a one‑form‑entry Church of England primary set in beautiful grounds, service a local village community. We are a warm school which sets high‑expectations of all. Our Christian values of Honesty, Kindness and Perseverance underpin daily life. We have an inclusive culture that reflects the care we show each child — recognising every pupil as “made in an amazing and wonderful way” (Psalm 139 v14). Our current priorities include: Embedding a whole‑school SEN approach in line with the new SEN white paper Deepening leadership capacity and CPD across the school Strengthening wellbeing as a factor in decision making Promoting our values across school and into the wider community We follow the OFSTED inspection framework and are committed to high-quality, ambitious curriculum and provision for all pupils. About the role Key responsibilities: Coordinate and maintain day‑to‑day SEND provision and records, including support for pupils in class and small groups Advise and support teachers using the graduated approach and implement effective interventions Be the key contact for parents/carers and external agencies, supporting EHCP processes and multi‑agency collaboration Be responsible for the completion of ECHP applications and responding to consultations Oversee deployment and development of support staff, ensuring interventions are monitored and reviewed Ensure statutory duties under the SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act are met, and keep the SEND policy up to date Work with senior leaders and governors to report on SEND provision and to improve SEND provision both operationally and strategically This role is central to helping every pupil access our broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum and to ensuring our school continues to be a nurturing place where children can achieve their fullest potential. About you (the ideal candidate) We welcome colleagues who are committed, reflective and collaborative. The person we’re looking for will typically demonstrate: Qualified Teacher Status and experience of teaching in primary phases Successful previous experience as a SENDCo; Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and the Equality Act, and experience implementing graduated SEND support Experience of working with families, external agencies and governors; calm, non‑confrontational behaviour management Evidence of leading and improving SEND provision both operationally and strategically A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and the wellbeing of pupils and staff A flexible, resilient approach with an appetite for professional development and leadership growth The ability to lead, support and challenge colleagues effectively; A SENDCo qualification is desirable (see person specification) but we also value proven experience and a proactive, strategic mindset. What we offer A supportive, friendly staff team and a strong Governing Board committed to staff development Opportunities for leadership CPD and coaching as we develop leadership capacity across the school The chance to shape SEND provision in a small school where your influence will be visible and valued and all children are well known A caring, values‑driven community and beautiful school grounds to work in