SENCo - January
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Bolton, Greater Manchester |
| Area | Wigan, United KingdomBolton, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Primary Education - Leadership |
| Salary | £42057 - £49232 per annum |
| Start Date | January 2026 |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | Bolton - Great Lever_1763454869 |
| Job Views | 8 |
- Description
Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
Location: Bolton, Great lever Contract Type: Full-time Salary: MPS - UPS
Job Purpose
The SENCO will lead and manage the provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) across the school. They will ensure compliance with statutory requirements, coordinate interventions, and work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to promote inclusion and raise achievement for all pupils with additional needs.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
- Develop and implement the school's SEND policy in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
- Lead and manage the SEND team, including Teaching Assistants and support staff.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on inclusive teaching strategies and SEND best practice.
Pupil Support
- Oversee the identification and assessment of pupils with SEND.
- Coordinate provision for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and those on SEN Support.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and adjust strategies as needed.
Compliance & Administration
- Ensure statutory responsibilities for SEND are met, including maintaining accurate records.
- Prepare and submit documentation for EHCP applications and annual reviews.
- Liaise with external professionals such as Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Local Authority SEND teams.
Communication & Collaboration
- Work closely with parents/carers to ensure effective communication and partnership.
- Report to senior leadership and governors on SEND provision and pupil progress.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
- Proven experience teaching and supporting pupils with SEND.
- Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
Desirable Experience
- National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete within 3 years).
- Experience managing a team and delivering staff training.
- Familiarity with EHCP processes and multi-agency working.
Safeguarding Statement
Veritas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference vetting. This post is exclusively managed by Veritas.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
- Experience
- Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice. Developing and delivering staff training on SEND strategies.
- Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with parents, staff, and external professionals. Ability to analyse data and write reports for EHCP documents.
