Lead Teacher

*1. Role Overview*

The SEN Lead Teacher champions the education, inclusion, and holistic development of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Working across mainstream settings or within a specialist SEN department, you will plan, deliver, and adapt learning to ensure every child thrives—socially, emotionally, and academically

*2. Key Responsibilities*

# a) *Strategic & Operational SEN Leadership*

* Collaborate on developing, implementing, monitoring, and reviewing the school’s SEND policy in line with the SEND Code of Practice 2014.

* Maintain up-to-date registers, provision maps, and track funding to ensure effective resource usage

* Lead termly progress tracking and impact reviews for SEN pupils, providing clear reports to senior leadership and the governing body

# b) *Teaching & Learning Adaptation*

* Plan, deliver, and differentiate lessons for individuals and small groups

* Use specialist pedagogical strategies (e.g., visual aids, assistive tech, sign language, Braille) to support diverse learning needs

* Oversee interventions, assess effectiveness, and adjust Instructional Education Plans (IEPs/EHCPs) accordingly

* Support pupils with personal care, medical needs, and challenging behaviors within a safe and regulated environment

# c) *Co-ordination with Stakeholders*

* Liaise with parents, carers, multi-agency professionals (e.g., educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists), and external agencies to secure optimal outcomes

* Lead or support statutory meetings and annual reviews for EHCPs, ensuring paperwork is current and targets are SMART.

# d) *Staff Leadership & Professional Development*

* Mentor, supervise, and lead Learning Support Assistants or Teaching Assistants, including professional development and appraisals

* Deliver CPD, coaching, and INSET on SEND best practices—ensuring consistent implementation across year groups

* Promote a culture of inclusion, dignity, empathy, and high expectations throughout the school

*3. Essential Person Specification*

* Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). SENCo accreditation (e.g., NASENCO) is highly desirable

* Proven experience in SEN/EHCP/IEP development, implementation, and review

* Strong understanding of SEND legislation, including Children and Families Act 2014 and Equality Act 2010

* Effective leadership skills—able to lead staff, foster teamwork, and uphold positive behavior management

* Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with pupils, parents, staff, and external partners.

* Exceptional organizational skills and resilience—for managing paperwork (EHCP reviews, progress data), complex behaviour plans, and multiple stakeholders.

* Creativity, patience, and adaptability to tailor learning approaches and classroom environments.

*4. Desirable Qualifications/Experience*

* SENCo qualification (NASENCO or equivalent)

* Experience in a specialist SEN setting (e.g., autism unit, sensory impaired provision)

* Training in therapeutic strategies (e.g., Team Teach, Makaton, hoist, PEG)

* Knowledge of assistive technologies and adaptive teaching tools.

*5. Working Conditions and Benefits*

* Full-time teachers’ contract, term-time working with additional hours for planning, review meetings, and CPD.

* Salary on leadership or SEN allowance scales (typically £\[insert scale range]), reflective of role responsibilities

* Comprehensive support for CPD, including funding for SENCo qualification and SEND-specific training.

* A collaborative, inclusive school culture committed to high-quality education and professional growth.

**How to Apply:**

Send your CV, covering letter, and any relevant certificates (e.g., QTS, NASENCO) to Roxanne McGill. Include examples of SEND work, such as IEP/EHCP coordination, inter-agency collaboration, and pupil progress impact.