SENCO

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	09 Rhagfyr 2025
Cyflog:	£150 i £232 bob dydd
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	16 Rhagfyr 2025
Lleoliad:	Bradford, West Yorkshire, LS1 5AA
Cwmni:	Randstad Education
Math o swydd:	Cytundeb
Cyfeirnod swydd:	PR-1472958_1765294771

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Do you believe every student, regardless of need, deserves an outstanding educational experience?

Can you inspire a whole-school commitment to high-quality SEND provision?

Could you be the strategic mind needed to enhance A-Level outcomes for all learners?

About the Role

This is a full-time position commencing in January. The role requires a skilled and dedicated professional to lead the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision for students aged 11-18 at a highly successful boys' school in Bradford. The successful candidate will join the Senior Leadership Team, driving the school's vision for inclusive education and ensuring all students access a knowledge-rich curriculum and high-quality A-Level provision where applicable.

About the School

The school is a secondary school located in Bradford, committed to providing a first-class education within a supportive and secure environment. The curriculum is academic, focusing on knowledge and character development, aiming to inspire young people to become future leaders. The school prides itself on high expectations for behaviour and learning, and is dedicated to fostering a diverse, tolerant, and inclusive community where pupils are encouraged to contribute positively to society.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• Substantial experience leading SEND provision in a secondary school setting.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Enhanced Child DBS on the updated service (Willingness to apply for one)

Key Skills

• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to strategically lead, manage, and develop the whole-school SEND policy and provision.
• Statutory Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and its statutory requirements, including Education, Health and Care (EHC) Plans.
• Communication: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with students, parents, staff, and external agencies.
• Data Analysis: Ability to effectively use and analyse SEND-related data to monitor progress and inform strategic planning.
• Curriculum Adaptation: Skill in guiding curriculum leaders on effective, differentiated planning and high-quality teaching for students with SEND.
• Assessment: Expertise in using a range of assessment tools to identify and evaluate student's special educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of special educational needs policy and provision across the school.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the school's SEND policy, ensuring compliance and effectiveness.
• Coordinate all provision for students with EHC Plans and those receiving SEN support.
• Act as the designated link with external agencies, including the Local Authority and health services.
• Manage the training and deployment of the SEND support team (e.g., Teaching Assistants).
• Maintain the school's SEND register and documentation, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues to promote inclusive teaching practices.
• Manage the transfer of information during student transition, especially from KS4 to KS5 and post-18.
• Liaise with parents and carers of students with SEND, ensuring effective partnership and support.
• Contribute to the school's Senior Leadership Team, ensuring SEND provision is integral to whole-school improvement planning.

What We Offer:

• A supportive, collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A Refer a Friend scheme where you could earn a £300 Love2shop voucher (subject to terms and conditions).

Could this be the ideal role for you?
Click "Apply Now" to submit your application for the role of a SENCO. For more information, please contact leeds@randstadeducation.co.uk or call 01132462500 to speak to the secondary team.