SENCO

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Job Title:  SENCo
Location:  Miller House School, Stoneygate, Leicester LE2 2NB
Hours:       37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary:      Up to £42,500 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:        September 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We’re looking for an inspiring and ambitious SENCo to join our school and play a pivotal role in ensuring every pupil is understood, supported and given the opportunity to succeed.

This is a role for someone who wants to make a visible, lasting difference. You’ll have the opportunity to influence whole-school practice, champion inclusive education and work alongside a dedicated team to create personalised pathways that help pupils overcome barriers and recognise their strengths.

You won’t be doing this alone. You’ll work closely with teachers, therapists, pastoral colleagues, senior leaders, families and external professionals bringing people together around one shared goal: helping every pupil thrive.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the SEND vision across the school, driving high-quality, personalised provision
• Influence whole-school practice, helping staff develop their confidence and expertise in supporting pupils with additional needs
• Make a measurable difference by evaluating interventions, analysing progress and ensuring support has genuine impact
• Lead and oversee EHCPs, Annual Reviews, provision mapping and statutory SEND processes
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, pastoral teams and senior leaders to create effective, joined-up support
• Develop strong partnerships with parents, carers, Local Authorities and external professionals
• Coach and empower colleagues, helping to build an inclusive culture where every member of staff understands how to support SEND pupils effectively

About you

We’re looking for someone who combines SEND expertise with genuine passion, leadership and ambition.

• QTS or QTLS is desirable, alongside the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO), or a willingness to complete this within three years.
• A Thrive Practitioner qualification is desirable, or you’ll be supported to undertake the training.
• Believes passionately that every young person can make progress when given the right support
• Has experience working in education and understands the needs of pupils requiring additional support
• Has a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current SEND legislation
• Is experienced in leading SEND provision or contributing to whole-school improvement
• Builds trusting and effective relationships with pupils, families and professionals
• Is passionate about developing others and improving the quality of inclusive teaching
• Driving licence is required 

About Us

Miller House School is a brand-new school located in Stoneygate, Leicester. The school opened in September 2025, has a capacity of 80 pupils, and offers a co-educational provision for students with complex needs, including SEMH.

Miller House School is a specialist SEMH setting for young people aged 11–16. We are committed to supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs, as well as autism and ADHD. Our safe and nurturing environment ensures every child is heard, seen, and supported to thrive.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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