Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo)

Silverways School \\n\\nWe are looking for an experienced SENCO who will take on a pivotal role in determining the strategic development of SEND policy and provision across the school. The role holds day-to-day responsibility for coordinating SEND support, ensuring each pupil's specific needs are understood and met.\\n\\nWhat you’ll be doing:\\n\\nOversee the strategic development of SEND provision in the school.\\nCoordinate the day-to-day support for pupils with SEND, ensuring the correct provision is in place.\\nImplement and monitor the school’s SEND policy, ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.\\nWork collaboratively with teaching staff and external agencies to support pupils’ individual needs.\\nDevelop and maintain relationships with families, offering advice, support, and guidance.\\nRegularly analyse SEND data and provide clear, effective reports on progress.\\nEnsure the school’s provision for SEND is inclusive at all levels and supports pupils' educational, health, and social care needs..\\nWhat we’re looking for:\\n\\nA teaching degree or equivalent and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)\\nSomeone with significant experience in working with children with SEND, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)\\nSound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and be confident in its application\\nAn ability to work with sensitivity and positivity to ensure every pupil can thrive\\nStrong skills in school improvement planning, monitoring, and reviewing progress are essential\\nThe ability to analyse SEND data and communicate your findings to both educational and non-educational staff.\\nWhy join us?\\n\\nAnnual salary reviews and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teachers.\\nOngoing professional development opportunities.\\nA collaborative and dedicated team of professionals.\\nA rewarding and fulfilling role making a real difference to children's lives.\\nWe value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.\\n\\nWhen you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.\\n\\nYou will have access to an attractive benefits package including;\\n\\nAccess to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service\\nDiscounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform\\nCycle to work scheme\\nGenerous life cover\\nWho are we?\\n\\nSilverways School is an independent special school which supports children and young people with autism and associated learning needs.

The school is set in the heart of the community in Enfield, North London.\\n\\nThe focus at Silverways School is on maximising every child’s potential to develop into a confident, resilient, and skilled young person who will make a positive contribution to society and live as independent a life as possible.\\n\\nSilverways School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).\\n\\nWe are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment.

We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.\\n\\nWe are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.\\n\\nOther1003