West Borough Primary School

Woodlands; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local primary school in Maidstone is seeking a dedicated SENCO to lead their SEND provision, ensuring that all students receive necessary support to succeed. This role is ideal for an experienced SENCO or an excellent teacher eager to develop professionally. Responsibilities include managing SEND records, working closely with parents and external agencies, and training staff. The school offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for further qualifications, and is committed to child welfare and safeguarding.

Benefits

Supportive, collaborative staff team

Opportunities for professional development

Positive and inclusive school culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Experience in managing SEND provision in educational settings.
• Passionate, reflective practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school’s SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Identify and assess pupils with additional needs.
• Provide professional guidance, training, and support to colleagues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Understanding of inclusive education

Ability to build relationships

Education

National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or NPQ for SEN (willing to obtain)

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate SENCO to lead and coordinate our provision, following the promotion of our current SENCO. You will play a key role in ensuring that every child receives the support they need to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the strategic and operational provision for pupils with SEND.

This is an exciting opportunity foran experienced SENCO or an excellent classroom teacher aspiring to take the next step in their career.

You will

• Lead and manage the school’s SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Be a DSL at school.
• Identify and assess pupils with additional needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Work closely with class teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure inclusive, high-quality teaching.
• Liaise with external agencies, including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and the local authority.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date SEND records, including EHCPs and provision maps.
• Provide professional guidance, training, and support to colleagues.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of SEND provision across the school.
• Hold (or be willing to work towards gaining) the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or NPQ for SEN.
• Have a proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Be a passionate, reflective practitioner with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of inclusive education and the graduated approach.
• Be able to build positive, trusting relationships with children, parents, and staff.

We Offer

• A supportive, collaborative staff team who value wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and further qualifications.
• A positive and inclusive school culture.
• Enthusiastic, kind, and curious children who love to learn.

West Borough Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Visits to the school are recommended and welcomed.

We reserve the right to close the advert early should we find the right candidate.