Job Introduction
Bishop Alexander LEAD Academy are looking to appoint SENDco.
This is a non-teaching vacancy, part time position.
As the academy SENDCo, you would be expected to:
Strategic direction and development of the school
- Contribute to the leadership of special educational needs provision in the academy as a qualified SENDCo including developing others as part of a SEND team.
- Work with wider staff to deliver and quality assure the targets laid down in the school development plan.
- Assist with the deployment of the schools delegated SEND budget and other resources.
- Assist in the preparation of a range of reports and updates to the headteacher and other stakeholders.
Transition and outcomes for pupils with SEND
- Demand ambitious standards for all SEND pupils, instilling a strong sense of accountability in staff for the impact of their work on student outcomes.
- Support with the successful transition of SEND pupils between each key stage so that they are fully prepared for the next steps in education.
- Ensure that any SEND information provided for school data systems is up to date.
- Ensure that information relating to the new Reception pupils and/or in year admissions is shared with all relevant staff.
- Organise as necessary any relevant testing.
- Support with tracking and reviewing pupils’ progress across all year groups to ensure that SEND pupils achieve the best possible outcomes.
- Ensure that information and data is used to drive improvement.
- Support with the organisation and delivery of a programme of ‘catch up’ and ‘bespoke intervention’ for SEND across the academy.
- Working alongside the relevant senior leader(s), senior attendance lead, and other relevant staff, to track, analyse and review attendance data across all year groups and/or specific cohorts of pupils.
- Working with the relevant senior leader(s), and other relevant staff, track, analyse and review suspension and exclusion data across all year groups.
Compliance and record keeping: SEND Pupils
- Ensure that the Academy is compliant with the 2010 Equality Act, the 2015 Special educational needs and disability code of practice: 0 to 25 years (the code) and any other relevant statutory guidance.
- Support the relevant senior leader to ensure that the special educational needs (SEND) register is reviewed regularly (but at least monthly).
- Identify and assess student needs and ensure all SEND records are updated regularly and available including EHCP's, SEND support plans, student passports and learning plans.
- Ensure that the records of those pupils with SEND are up to date and that SEND information on SIMS and other data systems is consistent with the register.
- Work with senior leaders to ensure that the academy’s provision map is up to date and that the interventions and provisions are carried out according to the EHCP's and/or student passports.
- Review EHCP's and SEND support plans in line with the SEND code of practice.
- Comply with statutory obligations regarding the review of Education, Health and Care Plans.
- Maintain awareness of the SEND code practice and review and contribute towards the update of the SEND policy, SEND Information report, accessibility plan and any key SEND documentation accordingly.
Quality of curriculum intent and implementation for SEND Pupils
- Work with other leaders, to support with the planning and development of an appropriate curriculum for pupils with special educational needs.
- Review EHCP's and SEND support plans in line with the SEND code of practice.
Comply with statutory obligations regarding the review of Education, Health and Care Plans.
- Maintain awareness of the SEND code practice and review and contribute towards the update of the SEND policy, SEND Information report, accessibility plan and any key SEND documentation accordingly.
- Work with other leaders, to support with the planning and development of an appropriate curriculum for pupils with special educational needs.
- Ensure that there is access to mainstream classes for pupils with SEND.
- Develop and implement strategies for enhancing learning and teaching to ensure that all lessons are at least ‘good’ if not ‘outstanding’.
- As directed, work with staff to develop effective ways of bridging barriers to learning and teaching.
- Ensure that advice and support is available for teachers and teaching assistants in delivering high quality teaching and learning across the school.
- Model effective teaching and learning techniques that support an inclusive approach.
To view the candidate pack and apply for this position, please click the following link https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Trust/lead/00004
Closing date:15/05/2026
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
