SENDCo

SENDCo – Alternative Provision (SEMH)

Location: Northampton

Salary: 35,000-45,000

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: 1st June 2026

About the Role

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and experienced SENDCo to join our alternative provision in Northampton, working with students across Key Stages 3 and 4 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate practitioner who is committed to inclusion and has the expertise to support some of the most vulnerable learners. You will play a central role in ensuring that all students with additional needs receive high-quality, personalised support that enables them to thrive both academically and emotionally.

About the Provision

Our alternative provision offers a supportive, structured, and nurturing environment for students who have struggled in mainstream education. We focus on:

• Re-engaging learners through positive relationships and tailored support
• Developing emotional resilience and self-regulation
• Delivering a flexible and personalised curriculum
• Supporting successful transitions to further education, training, or reintegration

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across KS3–KS4
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and review of students with SEND
• Develop and implement effective SEN support plans and EHCP provision
• Work closely with teaching staff to ensure high-quality adaptive teaching
• Provide guidance, training, and support to staff on SEND and SEMH strategies
• Liaise with external agencies, including educational psychologists, CAMHS, and local authorities
• Engage and build strong relationships with parents and carers
• Monitor progress and impact of interventions, ensuring positive outcomes for students

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (desirable but not essential depending on experience)
• The National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCo) or willingness to achieve it
• Proven experience working with students with SEMH and/or in alternative provision
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
• Experience with EHCPs, reviews, and multi-agency working
• A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• A commitment to inclusive education and safeguarding

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development, including SEND-specific training
• A chance to make a meaningful difference in students’ lives
• A well-resourced and evolving provision
• Strong leadership support and a clear vision for inclusion

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete an application form and provide a supporting statement outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

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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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