SENDCo

Are you passionate about inclusion and ready to lead strategic SEND development in a specialist setting? North Star 265 is seeking an outstanding SENDCo to join our dedicated team and shape the future of inclusive practice across our alternative provision.

About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to move beyond case management and lead a whole-school approach to SEND. You will be at the forefront of driving proactive identification, intervention, and culture change, ensuring every child’s needs are supported with ambition and care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic SEND leadership across the whole provision
• Systematic identification and monitoring of need using the SEN register

Leading and coordinating EHCP reviews and monitoring the progress of pupils with additional needs

• Oversight and co-production of IEPs with families
• Leading evidence-based interventions and adaptive teaching improvement
• Delivering high-quality SEND CPD for all staff
• Coordinating multi‑agency support and enhancing parental engagement
• Ensuring compliance with National SEND Standards and Ofsted/LA readiness
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of SEND provision and contributing to whole-school development planning.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a relevant degree
• Holds NASENCO or equivalent
• Has strong leadership and SEND experience, ideally in alternative provision
• Has strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and effective intervention strategies
• Has excellent communication, data analysis, and digital skills
• Has the ability to lead and inspire staff, families, and professionals
• Is committed to early intervention and inclusion.