At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead SEND provision and support learners with special educational needs aged 7-19.
- Company: ALP Sittingbourne, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, BUPA cash plan, wellbeing initiatives, and CPD support.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equality and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: SENCo qualification or working towards it, with experience in tailored interventions.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 42000 £ per year.
Role Overview
Lead Teacher – Inclusion (SENCo) will lead SEND provision across ALP Sittingbourne, working in partnership with the Senior Management Team to support learners aged 7‑19 with special educational needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Work in partnership with SMT and all staff to oversee and develop SEND provision across the school.
- Support the implementation, monitoring and review of provision maps, ensuring strategies meet learners’ EHCP outcomes.
- Provide guidance and support to teachers, tutors and LSAs in adapting provision and interventions.
- Lead the planning, delivery and quality assurance of Annual Reviews and EHCP processes.
- Monitor and maintain an Annual Review schedule, liaising with parents/carers, external professionals and local authorities.
- Coordinate Section F provision, including allocation of time and resources.
- Coordinate therapeutic provision (speech and language, occupational therapy, counselling, wider school interventions) and embed therapeutic strategies into daily practice.
- Develop and implement interventions in line with SEN Code of Practice and school policies.
- Plan and deliver lessons to primary and secondary aged learners as required.
- Advance quality assurance and school development, including preparation for OFSTED.
- Mentor and support staff in developing SEND knowledge and practice.
- Monitor learner progress, engagement and wellbeing with the SMT.
Qualifications & Experience
- Relevant SENCo qualification (NPQ or NASENCO) or actively working toward it.
- Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCP processes and the SEND Code of Practice.
- Experience of working with learners aged 7‑19 with complex needs and providing tailored interventions.
- Experience of managing a team or coordinating additional provision.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, strong organisational and time‑management abilities.
- Good communication, both verbal and written, with ability to keep confidential information secure.
- Computer literate and proficient in using ICT to support learning.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and reflective practice.
- Desirable: Knowledge of the National Curriculum and alternative learning qualifications.
- Salary & Benefits
Salary range: £36,000 – £42,000 per annum.
Full‑time, 40 weeks per year.
Additional benefits include BUPA cash plan, annual wellbeing initiatives, termly perks, annual appraisals and support for CPD.
Equality and Diversity Statement
ALP Schools are committed to achieving equality for all those who learn and work with us, promoting a fair and supportive environment.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
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Lead Teacher - Inclusion in Sittingbourne employer: ALP Schools
ALP Sittingbourne is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a strong commitment to continuous improvement, employees benefit from tailored CPD opportunities, annual appraisals, and a range of wellbeing initiatives, all within a collaborative environment dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for learners with special educational needs.
