Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) - Near Fordham (Day-to-Day & Long-Term Opportunities)

Are you an experienced, dedicated SENCO or specialist SEN leader seeking flexible strategic supply roles or a rewarding long-term coordination opportunity near Fordham?

We are currently partnering with supportive specialist provisions and inclusive schools near Fordham, Cambridgeshire to recruit a passionate and knowledgeable Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO). This role is available for flexible day-to-day cover as well as consistent long-term placements.

In this vital leadership role, you will oversee and coordinate high-quality Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision across the school. Working closely with senior leadership, class teachers, teaching assistants, and multidisciplinary specialists, you will champion inclusive education and ensure that every pupil receives the individualised support required to flourish.

Key Role Details:

• Position: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

• Location: Near Fordham, Cambridgeshire

• Contract: Day-to-Day Cover & Long-Term Opportunities available

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, daytime school hours (part-time and full-time options considered)

Key Responsibilities:

• EHCP Management & Coordination: Oversee the statutory annual review process, draft high-quality Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) submissions, and monitor student outcomes against individual targets.

• Strategic SEND Leadership: Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to evaluate, design, and implement effective whole-school SEND strategies and policies.

• Staff Guidance & Mentorship: Provide guidance, coaching, and resources to class teachers and support staff to ensure quality-first, differentiated teaching and evidence-based interventions.

• Multi-Agency Liaison: Act as the primary liaison with external professionals, including Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Local Authority SEN teams.

• Parental Partnership: Build warm, transparent, and collaborative relationships with parents and carers, keeping them fully informed and involved in their child's educational progress.

• Tracking & Interventions: Monitor, assess, and analyse the progress of pupils on the SEN register, coordinating targeted academic and emotional interventions.

Candidate Criteria & Requirements:

• Qualifications:

  • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

  • The National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or the new NPQ for SENCOs (or evidence of working towards it) is highly desirable; experienced educators with substantial proven SENCO leadership experience are also warmly encouraged to apply.

• Experience: Proven track record of successful SEND coordination or specialist leadership within a UK primary, secondary, or specialist SEN setting.

• Thorough, up-to-date knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, statutory EHCP frameworks, and current funding mechanisms.

• Strong leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead multidisciplinary meetings.

• A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or a willingness to complete one).

What We Offer:

• Flexibility & Strategic Roles: Choose between flexible interim cover days or secure a structured, long-term leadership post.

• Competitive Remuneration: Premium daily pay rates or full scale pay reflecting your senior expertise and SEN leadership status.

• Professional Support: Work with established local leadership teams dedicated to inclusive practice.

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant: Personalised guidance and placement support from your dedicated consultant at Randstad Education.

Ready to lead and inspire specialist education near Fordham?

Step into a rewarding, impactful SENCO role today.

How to Apply: Please forward your up-to-date CV and a brief covering note outlining your SEN coordination experience to [email removed] or call [phone removed] for a confidential discussion about our current opportunities near Fordham.

We are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates will be required to undergo comprehensive vetting, reference checks, and an enhanced DBS disclosure.

experience

Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

QTS