SENCO

Full Job Description

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Position:  SENCO
Location: Tilewood School – Buckinghamshire, MK18 5AN
Salary:     Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Hours:     40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

About the Role

As a founding member of Tilewood School, a brand-new specialist school opening in Buckinghamshire, you'll play a pivotal role in creating an exceptional learning environment where every child is empowered to thrive.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead the strategic vision and development of our SEND provision, ensuring that every pupil receives the personalised support, challenge and opportunities they need to achieve their full potential. Working in close partnership with colleagues, families, therapists and external professionals, you'll help establish a culture where inclusion, ambition and high expectations are woven into every aspect of school life.

This is a rare chance to build an outstanding SEND provision from the ground up. You'll design systems and processes, develop innovative interventions, champion best practice, and coach and inspire colleagues to deliver exceptional outcomes for pupils with Autism and additional needs. Your expertise, leadership and vision will help shape not only our provision, but the future of the school itself.

If you're a passionate and forward-thinking SEND leader who is excited by the opportunity to create, innovate and leave a lasting legacy, we'd love to hear from you.

What you will be doing

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across both sites, including EHCP processes, Annual Reviews, and compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Track, monitor, and analyse pupil progress, overseeing baselining, screening, and targeted intervention programmes in literacy and numeracy.
• Organise and chair all ePEP meetings for looked after children, ensuring progress, compliance, and effective use of Pupil Premium Plus funding.
• Provide strategic leadership on SEND policy, Teaching & Learning development, and the graduated approach in collaboration with the Headteacher and therapy team.
• Maintain strong communication with parents, carers, staff, and external agencies, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate, up‑to‑date SEND records.
• Identify staff training needs and contribute to the school’s CPD plan, supporting high‑quality teaching and inclusive practice.
• Ensure learning environments, curriculum materials, and teaching approaches meet pupils’ needs and reflect their backgrounds and cultures.
• Contribute to whole‑school planning and reporting, including the SEN Information Report, Pupil Premium Plus impact statement, and the annual SEN improvement plan.

What We’re Looking For