SENCO - Special Educational Needs Coordinator Location: Braintree, Essex Salary: £47,000 - £50,000 per annum, depending on experience Contract: Full-time, Permanent We are recruiting an experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to join a specialist SEND school in Essex. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCO who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs and wants to play a key role in shaping and developing SEND provision across the school. The Role As SENCO, you will lead and continuously develop SEND provision, working closely with the Headteacher, teaching staff, families and external professionals. Your responsibilities will include: Leading SEND provision, policy and inclusive practice across the school Coordinating EHCPs, assessments, annual reviews and statutory processes Developing personalised provision and support strategies Supporting and training staff in effective SEND practice Working closely with parents, carers and external professionals Coordinating multi-agency support including therapists, psychologists, health and social care professionals Monitoring pupil progress and the effectiveness of SEND provision Supporting safeguarding as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead SENCO Requirements Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification National Award for SEN Coordination, or willingness/eligibility to complete the required SENCO qualification Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCPs and statutory requirements Experience supporting children with a range of additional needs, including autism, SEMH, speech and language needs and complex needs Experience coordinating SEND provision and annual reviews Strong understanding of inclusive practice Experience working with families and multi-agency professionals Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills Benefits £47,000 - £50,000 salary , depending on experience Permanent, full-time position Opportunity to help shape SEND provision within a specialist school Supportive and collaborative working environment Training and professional development opportunities Opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and young people with SEND If you are an experienced SENCO looking for your next opportunity in Essex, we would love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for further information and a confidential discussion. TPBN1_UKTJ