SENCO (School SEN Co-ordinator)

Job Title: SENCO (Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator)
Location: Basingstoke
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: Competitive — commensurate with experience and qualifications

The Role

As SENCO you will lead and drive the strategic development of SEND (Special Educational Needs & Disabilities) provision across the Academy. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, implementing and monitoring the School’s SEND policy and practice, ensuring compliance with statutory duties (e.g., EHCPs, exam access arrangements)

• Overseeing day-to-day operational leadership of SEND provision: coordinating interventions, working with teaching staff and support staff, reviewing progress and outcomes

• Leading, managing and developing the SEND team (teachers, TAs, support staff) to ensure high-quality support and inclusive practice across the school

• Liaising with parents/carers, external agencies (health, social care, local authority) and stakeholders to ensure cohesive support for students

• Supporting staff development in adaptive teaching, differentiation, behaviour support and inclusive strategies

• Analysing data and outcomes relating to SEND students; reporting to Senior Leadership Team; contributing to school development and improvement planning

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic professional who:

• Holds QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and ideally a NASENCO qualification

• Has significant experience working with young people with SEMH, ASC and/or other SEND needs in secondary or specialist settings

• Demonstrates strong leadership, communication and organisational skills, with a proven ability to lead teams and work collaboratively across disciplines

• Has a calm, consistent and reflective approach, with the flexibility and resilience to respond to a complex setting

• Is passionate about inclusive education, improving life-chances and making a real difference for young people

Why Join Us?

• Be at the heart of shaping and leading outstanding SEND practice within a specialist setting where you will see tangible impact

• Join a values-led, forward-thinking team committed to innovation, young-person centred work and multidisciplinary collaboration

• Work in a well-resourced and supportive environment tailored for SEMH/ASC learners — making use of specialist spaces, small group interventions and strong support systems

• Access professional development opportunities, grow your leadership capacity and contribute to whole-school improvement

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

The school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All post-holders must undergo an enhanced DBS check and meet all requisite safeguarding pre-employment checks. 

How to Apply

Please submit your up-to-date CV. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis — early submissions are strongly encouraged.

If you are a passionate SEND leader looking for an exceptional opportunity to make a profound difference in a specialist school setting, we’d love to hear from you.

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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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