SENCO

Primary Purpose and Scope of the Job: To uphold the Catholic mission and values of Cardinal Heenan at all times. The post holder will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team and provide

leadership for whole school SEND and Inclusion strategy. The post holder will

provide a clear strategic focus on inclusion and ensure a high-quality provision for

pupils with special education needs and disabilities (SEND). The post holder will lead and quality assure statutory compliance, including the

strategic oversight of Education, Health and care Plans (EHCPs) and resource

provisions, ensuring that systems, practice and outcomes meet both statutory

requirements and the school’s inclusive vision. The postholder will have oversight and direction of interventions for vulnerable

groups. The postholder will lead training for staff on SEND throughout the year

and oversee the strategic management of the SEND resources in the school. A key responsibility of the roles is to embed, monitor and quality assure the SEND

provision across Key Stage 3-5, ensuring consistency, impact and continuous

improvement. The postholder will play a central role in ensuring the school is

inspection-ready, with robust evidence on inclusive practice aligned to the Ofsted

framework. You are required to carry out the duties of a teacher and to meet the Teachers’

Standards as set out in the current School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions

Document. You are required to meet the general expectations of a member of leadership as

set out below: To uphold and develop the school’s vision and values and be a role model at all

times To play a key role in the school improvement, self-evaluation, planning and

target-setting process T o act as a leading professional and role model for the community, upholding

and demonstrating the ethical standards of selflessness, integrity, objectivity,

accountability, openness, honesty and leadership

Model exemplary classroom practice when required To make an impactful contribution to the strategic direction and development

of the school, including through the following key areas of responsibility OVERALL

ROLE

Improve Student Progress and Attainment Across Curriculum Areas: In order to achieve this, they will:

Ensure assessment of needs

Attend pupil progress panel meetings

Liaise with Subject Leaders/departments regarding student achievement

and progress Review student outcomes in order to inform discussions around the

appropriate support and intervention strategies Advise line management and Governing Body of priorities for expenditure

and deployment of staff, and utilise resources with maximum efficiency Maintain and develop resources, coordinate their deployment and

monitor/track their effectiveness in meeting the key priorities of the school

Coordinate all Annual Reviews and attend/chair when necessary

Strategy and Compliance: Provide strategic leadership for inclusion and SEND as a core element of a