SENCO – Special Educational Needs Coordinator
Location: High Wycombe
Salary: MPS / UPS
Contract: Full-time
Start Date: September 2026
Application Closing Date: 29th August 2026
Are you an experienced and passionate SENCO looking for your next opportunity? We are seeking a dedicated SENCO to join a welcoming and supportive school, where you will play a key role in promoting the inclusion, progress, and wellbeing of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate the school's SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice and school policies.
- Identify pupils with additional needs and ensure appropriate support and interventions are put in place.
- Oversee the development, implementation, and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), ensuring outcomes and targets are effectively monitored.
- Work closely with teachers, Teaching Assistants, support staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure pupils' individual needs are met.
- Provide advice, guidance, and support to teachers and staff on effective strategies for supporting pupils with SEND.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of SEND interventions, using assessment and progress data to identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinate referrals and liaise with external agencies, including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and other specialist services where appropriate.
- Support the school in developing inclusive teaching and learning strategies that enable all pupils to achieve their potential.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date SEND records, ensuring relevant documentation and reports are completed appropriately.
- Contribute to staff training and professional development relating to SEND and inclusive practice.
- Promote positive outcomes, inclusion, independence, and wellbeing for pupils with additional needs.
- Ensure safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed at all times.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge and understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice, and EHCP processes.
- Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong leadership and the ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, parents, and external professionals.
- A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and maintain accurate SEND documentation.
- A current enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
Why Apply?
- Full-time opportunity within a welcoming and inclusive school.
- A rewarding role supporting pupils’ educational experience.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- Refer a Friend scheme – earn up to £150 collectively.
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Saba on 01494 840 527, or apply below.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, and must be willing to comply with all safeguarding requirements.