At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support pupils with special educational needs in a friendly, inclusive environment.
- Company: Join New Forest School, an outstanding independent school with a great reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, professional training, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Small class sizes and excellent facilities, including a school farm and Outdoor Learning Centre.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable students while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: QTS or equivalent, NASENCO qualification preferred, and a passion for supporting SEN students.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced SENCO with a passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs to join our friendly and supportive SEN school. Working closely with the head teacher and other senior colleagues, you'll use your leadership skills to manage SEN provision on a specific school site and to provide support to other teachers. Your responsibilities will include designing and delivering interventions with pupils in the classroom and implementing the school strategy.
New Forest School is an Ofsted outstanding, small independent school with an excellent reputation for working with vulnerable students with ASD, attachment difficulties, social, emotional and mental health needs and challenging behaviours. Students and staff benefit from access to excellent facilities on our split site school, including access to our school farm and Outdoor Learning Centre. Extremely small class sizes and high staff ratios allow us to provide highly bespoke and individualised educational provision to our students with additional support provided from our therapy and pastoral teams.
Core requirements:
- Help to develop and oversee the implementation of the school's SEN strategy and policy.
- Carry out assessments of pupils with SEN to identify needs and monitor progress - including observations in the classroom and meeting with teachers and parents.
- Work with classroom teachers, the school leadership team, parents and relevant external agencies to develop, implement and monitor individual support/learning plans.
- Provide regular updates on pupil progress through written reports and meetings with parents.
- Make referrals and liaise with professionals outside of the school - this could include psychologists, health and social care providers, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists.
- Provide advice, guidance and training to classroom teachers on supporting pupils with SEN.
- Support teachers to develop schemes of work and learning programmes for pupils with SEN.
- Support teachers to develop and implement effective teaching and behaviour management approaches in the classroom.
- Advise on the school budget and resources for SEN provision.
Qualifications and requirements:
- Based in the UK and do not require sponsorship.
- QTS or equivalent.
- Degree or equivalent.
- NASENCO qualification (or to be an experienced SENCo willing to work towards this qualification).
- A strong commitment to raising educational attainment for children and young people with SEN.
- Effective leadership, negotiation, organisation and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively.
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive induction training.
- Regular in-house training for all staff to support their role.
- Funded professional qualifications.
- Recommend-a-friend
- Discretionary Manager & Peer rewards – Amazon vouchers
- Company Sick Pay Scheme.
- Workplace Pension Scheme.
- Rewards Gateway benefit scheme.
- On-site parking.
- Enhanced DBS covered.
New Forest Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Children and Young People, applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate child protection screening, including employment references and DBS check.
Special Educational Needs Coordinator (Senco) in Southampton employer: New Forest Care Ltd
New Forest Care is an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming the lives of children through a therapeutic approach. With a strong emphasis on employee development, we offer comprehensive training and support, fostering a collaborative and nurturing work culture. Located in the picturesque New Forest, our team enjoys a unique environment that promotes both personal and professional growth, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
