SENDCo and Lead Teacher for the Specialist Resource Provision (SLCN)

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified

Teacher Status (QTS).

• Degree or equivalent qualification.

• National

Award for SEN Coordination (NASENDCo) or commitment to achieve within statutory timescales.

• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• NPQ SENDCO,

NPQSL or other leadership qualification.

• Qualification or accredited training in Speech, Language and Communication Needs.

• Specialist

SEND qualifications.

Experience

Essential

• Successful teaching experience in a primary setting.

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.

• Experience implementing the SEND Code of Practice.

• Experience leading SEND provision or significant SEND responsibilities.

• Experience managing EHCP processes and annual reviews.

• Experience working with families and external agencies.

• Experience leading and developing support staff.

Desirable

• Previous

SENDCo experience.

• Experience working within or alongside a Specialist Resource Provision.

• Experience supporting pupils with Speech, Language and Communication Needs.

• Experience working with Speech and Language Therapy services.

• Experience contributing to whole-school improvement initiatives.

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• Excellent understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.

• Strong knowledge of adaptive teaching and inclusive practice.

• Understanding of EHCP processes and statutory responsibilities.

• Knowledge of effective assessment and intervention strategies.

• Understanding of safeguarding requirements.

• Knowledge of child development and barriers to learning.

Desirable

• Advanced knowledge of Speech, Language and Communication Needs.

• Understanding of specialist provision models.

• Knowledge of current SEND research and evidence-informed practice.

Leadership and Management

Essential

• Ability to lead and inspire others.

• Ability to strategically plan, monitor and evaluate provision.

• Ability to use data to drive improvement.

• Ability to manage staff effectively and hold others to account.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to lead change successfully.

Desirable

• Experience leading a specialist provision or resource base.

• Experience managing budgets and resources.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Strong commitment to inclusion and equity.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Resilient, adaptable and solution-focused.

• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.

• Collaborative and reflective practitioner.

• High expectations for all pupils.

• Professional integrity and confidentiality.

Desirable

• Passion for developing specialist provision.

• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and innovation.