Job Description

SENCO
Exciting SENCo Opportunity - Make a Difference in SEND Education!
Location: Rural Somerset
Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only.
Salary: £30,000 - £42,131depending on experience and qualifications

An opportunity to shape the future of SEND education

Are you an experienced and passionate SENCo looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference? We are seeking a dedicated, forward-thinking, and compassionate SENCo to lead and enhance SEND provision in a specialist educational setting for students aged 5-18 with ASD, ASC, SEMH, and associated needs.

Why Join Us?

• Supportive & Inclusive Environment - Be part of a welcoming and diverse school community.
• Outstanding SEND Provision - Work in a setting where students are at the heart of everything we do.
• Professional Growth - Benefit from excellent CPD and training opportunities to support career progression.
• Enhanced Benefits - We cover the Enhanced DBS & update service fees for all staff.
• Impact & Purpose - Play a crucial role in helping young people who need a fresh start in education.

Your Role:

• Delivering High-Quality SEND Provision - Ensure effective SEND support that enables students to thrive.
• Driving Effective Teaching & Interventions - Implement quality-first teaching and refine intervention strategies.
• Data-Driven Decision Making - Use student data to inform planning and monitor progress.
• Building Strong Relationships - Collaborate with students, staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Embedding a Positive Ethos - Promote an inclusive, aspirational learning culture.

What We're Looking For:

• A strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
• Experience in leading and coordinating SEND provision
• A passion for inclusive education and supporting students with complex needs
• The ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

This role is subject to the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018, and all successful applicants will undergo a fully Enhanced DBS check.
Interested? Contact Louise at 0117 9486300 or 07929 476065 to apply or find out more!