Teacher and Special Needs Coordinator (SENDCo)

Essential Criteria: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) The National Professional Qualification (NPQ)

for SENDCos (or the NASENCo if completed/started before Sept 2024). Evidence of experience in team leadership and

the implementation of SEND policies. Proven inspirational and skilled classroom

teacher and teacher of children with SEND A champion of inclusion and demonstratable

passion for supporting children with identified SEND A clear understanding of how young people with

identified SEND can be supported to achieve in the mainstream classroom A sound knowledge of Child Safeguarding and the

SEND Code of Practice.

This post would suit someone who:

Is a creative and enthusiastic

teacher with excellent classroom practice Has a secure knowledge of the

primary curriculum Has a secure understanding of the

policies and practices for SEND Has a good knowledge of child

development and what helps all children learn Truly enjoys teaching and strives to be their

best Has high expectations of themselves and of what

the childrencan achieve Works as part of a wider team to raise levels of

aspiration and achievement for all Inspires and motivates children, staff,

parents/carers Shows a commitment to ensuring equality of

opportunity for all learners Understands how to nurture and

support all children Has good self-management,

communication and organisation skills Is a proactive team

player, who can use their initiative and who makes things happen