Assistant Headteacher/SENDCo

We are seeking for Assistant Headteacher/SENDCo to join our client's team.
 
The Assistant Headteacher/SENDCo plays a pivotal role in supporting the strategic leadership and management of the school, ensuring high standards of education and care for all students, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). This role involves coordinating and leading the school's SEND provision, developing inclusive practices, and working collaboratively with staff, students, and external agencies to enhance learning outcomes.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 
·Lead and manage the SEND provision across the school.
·Ensure compliance with SEND legislation and policies.
·Provide guidance and support to staff on effective strategies for supporting students with SEND.
·Work with parents, carers, and external professionals to coordinate personalised learning plans.
·Assist in whole-school leadership and contribute to school improvement initiatives.
 
Requirements:
 
·Qualified Teacher Status
·Postgraduate level qualification
·NPQ Award
·SENCO qualification
·Knowledge of effective teaching and learning strategies
·A good understanding of how children and those with SEND learn
·Ability to adapt teaching to meet the needs of the pupils
·Ability to build effective working relationships with pupils
·Knowledge of guidance and requirements around safeguarding children
·Knowledge of effective behaviour management strategies
·Good ICT skills
·Current knowledge of EHCPs
·Full UK driving license and access to your own car
 
For more information, please get in touch with Vicky on 01603 801530.
 
Atrium is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to international and local employment laws and regulations. All open positions offered by Atrium are subject to specific job requirements, however, we endeavour to ensure fairness and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates regardless of ethnicity, gender, disability, sexuality, religion or age.