SENDCO

SENDCo Coppice is seeking a passionate and highly knowledgeable SENCo to play a vital role in shaping outstanding SEND provision. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape whole‑school approaches to SEN, behaviour and curriculum access, working closely with colleagues, families, and external agencies to secure the very best outcomes for our students. Coppice is a successful and expanding school which is part of Central Learning Partnership Trust. The Trust is thriving and proudly encompasses sixteen schools across all phases, both mainstream and special, located in the vibrant communities of Wolverhampton, Rotherham, and Worcestershire. At Coppice, we have a genuine commitment to both the academic and personal development of our young people. Our fantastic team of dedicated teachers and associate staff encourage and support an ethos of hard work, dedication and commitment to learning which is complemented by an extensive extra-curricular offer to all students. Our dedicated staff work tirelessly to create inclusive and supportive environments where every student can thrive. Teachers have an innovative, open and collaborative approach and our students are engaged and inspired in their learning. We are looking for someone who: Has an understanding of the diverse learning and social needs of children. Holds an appropriate SENCo qualification A proven record of good or outstanding teaching practice. An excellent, efficient and emotionally intelligent communicator. Sound working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice. The ideal candidate will be: A committed SENDCo who can inspire and lead a team, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. A successful SENDCo who is confident working collaboratively with parents and contributing to whole-school improvement. An effective SENDCo who also plays a vital role in staff training and development, ensuring all teachers feel equipped to support SEN students. In return we can offer: Strong supportive partnerships with schools in our Trust, parents and the wider community A happy, stimulating and safe learning environment Dedicated staff committed to achieving high standards A strong supportive and highly experienced leadership team and governing body Opportunities for professional development, coaching and mentoring and succession planning We are unrelenting in our determination to provide the highest quality learning experiences for our students and so this is an exciting opportunity if you are an ambitious, high calibre professional. The school prides itself on its welcoming and positive environment and would warmly encourage you to visit the school by prior arrangement. If this is of interest, please contact Rachel Mulqueen (rmulqueen@coppiceschool.net) to make arrangements to visit the school. APPLICATION PROCESS Please note we only accept applications that are submitted via My New Term platform via our school website (www.coppiceschoo