SENCO

Role: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo)

Location: Buzz Learning, Ashington, Northumberland

Salary: Up to £35,000 depending on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday

Are you looking for an opportunity to be a part of something amazing?

Do you have a passion for working with young people with additional needs?

Buzz Learning are a small, friendly school and college provision renowned for its exceptional education and supportive environment. With over 15 years’ experience, since our establishment in 2004, rest assured we have a deep understanding of our pupils needs and what we can do collectively to support them in preparation for their future endeavours.

With a strong commitment to providing high-quality education for students of all abilities, we are proud to maintain a Good Ofsted rating, reflecting our dedication to excellence and continuous improvement. Our ethos is centred around empowering individuals to "be all you can,".

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our passionate team. As the SENDCo at Buzz Learning, you will play a pivotal role in leading the provision of Special Educational Needs (SEN) support across the school and college. You will work collaboratively with staff, students, and external agencies to ensure the inclusive education and holistic development of all learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and review of the SEN policy and provision in line with statutory requirements and best practice.
• Coordinate the identification, assessment, and provision of support for students with special educational needs, ensuring their individual needs are met effectively.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to staff to enhance their understanding of SEN principles and best practices.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to develop and implement personalized learning plans for students with SEN.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEN provision, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance outcomes for students.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent, with a recognized SENCo qualification.
• Proven experience working as a SENCo or in a similar SEN leadership role within a school or college setting.
• Strong understanding of SEN legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, parents, and external agencies to support the diverse needs of learners.

Why The Outcomes First Group?

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions.
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.

We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

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