Senior SENCO - Secondary (with responsibility for inclusion in SEND)

The key responsibility of the SENDCo is to initiate, formulate, direct, monitor and evaluate all additional needs provision, in order to secure a culture of effective intervention, high expectation and achievement for students with learning difficulties, behaviour issues and disabilities so that all learners are known, valued and understood.

In carrying out the duties outlined in this job description, the SENDCo will be supported by the Vice Principal and Assistant Principal’s responsible for the Curriculum and Teaching.

The SENDCo, with the support of the wider leadership group, should seek to develop effective ways of overcoming barriers to learning and sustaining effective teaching through the analysis and assessment of learners’ needs, by monitoring the quality of teaching and standards of learners’ achievements, and by setting targets for improvement.

The SENDCo should be aware of other academy policies and procedures and should work closely with all staff members in achieving the mission, vision and values of the academy.

The SENDCo should pay due regard to the Professional Standards for SENDCo’s in the carrying out of their duties.