SENCO - Further Education College
Location: Buckinghamshire
Further Education College
Permanent
£46,000 - £53,000 per annum
Are you an experienced SENCO or SEND professional looking for your next opportunity within a Further Education College?
We are looking for an experienced SENCO to lead the strategic and day-to-day delivery of SEND support, ensuring learners with additional needs receive the provision, adjustments and support they need to succeed.
The Role
- Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the FE College
- Lead on EHCP consultations, annual reviews and placements
- Work closely with local authorities, families and external agencies
- Liaise with curriculum teams to support inclusive teaching
- Advise on reasonable adjustments and SEND legislation
- Lead, support and develop the SEND / Support for Learning team
- Monitor learner support, progress and outcomes
- Oversee specialist agencies and individual learner provision
- Manage SEND funding and high-needs processes
- Lead staff training and promote inclusive teaching practice
- Monitor and improve the quality of SEND provision
About You
- Strong Further Education College SEND experience
- Experience as a SENCO, SEND Manager, SEN Lead, ALS Manager or similar
- Strong knowledge of EHCPs and the SEND Code of Practice
- Experience working with local authorities and external agencies
- Experience leading or managing SEND / learning support teams
- Strong understanding of inclusive teaching and reasonable adjustments
- Experience using data to monitor learner outcomes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- DfE-approved SENCO qualification, such as NASENCO
- Teaching qualification, or willingness to obtain one
If you're an experienced FE SENCO or SEND leader looking for your next opportunity in Buckinghamshire, we'd like to hear from you.
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Important Notice
Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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Because education matters.
Dovetail and Slate Limited.
Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.
SENCo employer: Dovetail & Slate Careers
As a SEND Teacher at our large FE College in Oxford, you will be part of a vibrant and inclusive work culture that prioritises the growth and development of both students and staff. We offer competitive pay rates, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and recognised. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with additional needs while enjoying the unique charm and community spirit of Oxford.
