SENCo - Northampton (Permanent Role)

SENDCo (Secondary SEN – Alternative Provision)

Location: Northampton
Sector: SEN / Alternative Provision
Job Type: Permanent – Full Time
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SENDCo to join a Secondary SEN Alternative Provision school in Northampton, supporting students with complex needs including SEMH, autism, ADHD, and behavioral challenges.

This is a key leadership role focused on ensuring high-quality SEND provision for students who may have struggled in mainstream education. You will play a vital part in creating a structured, supportive, and inclusive environment that enables students to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the school
• Develop, implement, and review EHCPs and individual support plans
• Monitor student progress and evaluate the impact of interventions
• Support staff with behaviour strategies and inclusive teaching practices
• Work closely with senior leadership to drive SEND strategy and improvement
• Liaise with parents, carers, local authorities, and external agencies
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, SEND Code of Practice, and Ofsted standards
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to staff

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification
• NASENCO or NPQ in SEND (essential or working towards)
• Proven experience within SEN and/or Alternative Provision settings
• Strong understanding of SEMH, autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs
• Experience managing challenging behaviour and re-engagement strategies
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, inclusion, and SEND legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Why Join Us?

• Ongoing training & career development
• Competitive salary, pension, enhanced leave & sick pay
• 24/7 GP access & health cash plan
• Wellbeing support, discounts & financial perks
• £1,000 refer-a-friend bonus

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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