Salary Point 28 £31,167 per annum

Hours 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract Permanent

Location Stamford College

Job Purpose
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join our team. While prior experience as a SENCO is optional, the successful candidate must have a proven track record of effectively supporting individuals with special educational needs.
In addition to this role, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities to enhance your knowledge and skills.
As the SENCO, you will collaborate with key colleagues to ensure that all SEND students receive the necessary resources, accommodations, and guidance to achieve their full potential. This position provides a unique opportunity to significantly impact the lives of young people with special educational needs.
The ideal candidate will have high expectations for all students, believing that with appropriate support, everyone can thrive academically.
Key Responsibilities

• EHCP Oversight: Oversee the ALS disclosure and specialist assessment process to ensure timely and effective responses to referrals, EHCP consultations, and EHCP Annual Reviews across the Learning Support Coordinator team.
• Team Leadership: Lead a team of Learning Support Coordinators, overseeing their performance, training, and well-being.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Heads of Faculty and teaching staff to implement effective strategies for supporting SEND students.
• External Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for SEND referral agencies, including Local Authorities, SENCO Networks, and feeder schools.
• Funding Management: Collaborate with the Head of ALS and SEND to manage the allocation and monitoring of funding for high-needs students.
• Training and Development: Provide guidance and support staff on SEND-related topics.

Qualifications and Experience

• SEND-related qualifications or relevant experience
• Proven experience in managing and leading a team
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, policy, and best practices
• Willingness to obtain required qualifications if necessary
• Previous experience working with children, young people, or adults with special educational needs
• Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with various stakeholders
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail/accuracy skills

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for professional development.
• 30 days annual leave, plus Christmas close down
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• On-site benefits and facilities, including a gym and free on-site parking.
• Working closely with a highly dedicated team.

Ready to join our team?

How to apply

For the full job description, person specification and information on how to apply for this job please go to - https://ieg.ac.uk/work-for-us/
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.