SENCO- Immediate Start
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About the company
Havering (Colliers Wood/Romford) SANZA Teaching Agency is working with a wonderful, 3- form entry Junior School in Havering. They are looking for an experienced SENCO to join their team for a short-term contract.
Your tasks
Key roles and responsibilities of a SENCO
- Identify pupils who may have special educational needs.
- Monitor pupils' progress and identify barriers to learning.
- Coordinate assessments and referrals to external specialists.
- Maintain records of pupils' needs and progress.
- Create and oversee Individual Education Plans (IEPs) or other individual support plans.
- Coordinate appropriate interventions to support pupils' learning and development.
- Ensure reasonable adjustments are made to help pupils access the curriculum.
- Monitor the effectiveness of interventions and adapt support where necessary.
- Advise teachers on adapting lessons and teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Guide teaching assistants on effective strategies for supporting pupils with SEND.
- Help staff manage challenging behaviour and implement positive behaviour support strategies.
- Provide training and share best practice around inclusive teaching.
- Communicate with parents about their child's needs, progress and support.
- Attend meetings with families to discuss concerns and agree on next steps.
- Help families understand assessment processes and access further support.
- Liaise with external professionals.
- Coordinate referrals for specialist assessments and support.
- Organise and contribute to annual reviews of EHCPs.
- Track, review and record the academic, social and emotional progress of pupils with SEND.
How to apply
Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this exciting opportunity as a SENCO or contact Lauren McNaught on . Alternatively send an updated CV to
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Dates: Monday 2 November to Friday 18 December (potential extension until 12 February)
*Working pattern: Full-time Location:** The school is located in Havering (Romford/Colliers Wood). It is close to Elizbeth Line (Romford Station) and has onsite parking).