SENCo

Job Title: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) Location: North Tyneside Position Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Start Date: As soon as possible / Next Term About the Role We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and highly qualified Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to join our vibrant primary school community in North Tyneside on a full-time, long-term basis. As our SENCo, you will play a pivotal role in driving our inclusive ethos, ensuring that every child with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receives the tailored support, resources, and environment they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Key Responsibilities * Lead, develop, and implement the school’s SEND policy and provision. * Identify pupils' needs and coordinate provision across early years, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. * Manage, update, and oversee Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) and SEND support plans. * Collaborate closely with class teachers, teaching assistants, parents/carers, and senior leadership. * Act as the primary link with external agencies, including educational psychologists, local authority SEND teams, and health professionals. * Guide and support teaching staff in delivering high-quality, differentiated instruction. Requirements & Qualifications * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential. * National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) (or equ...