Description
CERT Solutions are working with a two-form entry school in the Saltley area of Birmingham, who are searching for SENCO to join their team from February.
The ‘Good’ rated school have said they require an experienced SENCO who is passionate about supporting students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate must be someone who is committed to working closely with the existing team to continue delivering excellent SEND support, as the current SENCO is reducing their days to two per week but will still be involved in all planning.
Position Details:
- Role: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
- Location: Saltley, Birmingham
- Days: Part-time, 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
- Start Date: February 2025
- Duration: Long-term, with potential for a permanent position for the right candidate
- Salary: Dependent upon experience
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the school’s SEND register, which currently includes 53 students with various needs.
- Supporting and implementing Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) in collaboration with a well-established Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
- Providing guidance and leadership to staff regarding SEND practices.
- Working closely with the existing part-time SENCO to ensure smooth transitions and continuous support for students.
- Liaising with external agencies, parents, and carers to ensure the best outcomes for students with additional needs
Requirements:
- Hold UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Be a qualified SENCO, with the National Award for SEN Coordination (or equivalent).
- Have proven experience in a SENCO role or a similar leadership position.
- Strong knowledge of SEND codes of practice and experience implementing EHCPs.
If this sounds like the role for you, please get in contact with Matt on 0121 728 6677 or send across your up to date CV to matthew@cert-solutions.co.uk.
What CERT Solutions can offer you:
- A dedicated consultant
- A trustworthy supply agency
- Great rates of pay (PAYE)
- Transparency and honesty
- Your ideal role as a supply teacher or teaching assistant
- A full time role
- Long term work
- Permanent roles if preferred
What we stand for as a supply teaching agency:
- Communicative
- Efficient
- Reliable
- Trustworthy
CERT Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Certificate of Disclosure from the DBS and be successful against a range of other recruitment checks.
