Job Description

SENDCo Needed!

Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per yearContract: PermanentStart Date: April/MayLocation: Somerset

No teaching responsibilities

Reed Education are delighted to be working with a well-established independent special education provision in Somerset to recruit an experienced and qualified SENDCo.

This specialist provision supports pupils aged 7-19, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and require tailored, therapeutic educational approaches to meet complex needs. The school offers a nurturing, structured environment and is recognised for providing high-quality support to pupils with Autism (ASD), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), and a range of additional learning needs.

The provision operates across two sites in Somerset and is part of a wider education group known for its therapeutic, individualised learning environment and commitment to helping every pupil achieve their full potential. The school has a strong ethos around personalised support, positive behaviour, wellbeing, and multi-disciplinary collaboration.

The Role

Due to growth within the provision, we are seeking an experienced and motivated SENDCo to lead and manage SEND provision across the school.

As SENDCo, you will:

• Oversee SEND strategy and provision for a diverse cohort of pupils with complex needs
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, therapists, and senior leaders to ensure an inclusive, high-quality learning experience
• Lead on EHCP reviews, assessments, individual support plans, and external agency liaison
• Provide guidance, coaching, and training to staff regarding best practice in SEND
• Ensure compliance with statutory SEND responsibilities and safeguarding requirements
• Support whole-school development in line with its therapeutic and child-centred ethos

About You

To be successful, you will need:

• NASENCo qualification (essential)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience working within a similar special school, specialist provision, or SEN-focused unit (essential)
• Strong understanding of EHCP processes, SEND legislation, and multi-agency working
• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, SEMH, and complex learning needs
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• A child-centred approach with a passion for transforming educational outcomes

What the Provision Offers

• A therapeutic, specialist environment with a strong focus on individual needs
• Supportive senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams
• Opportunities for continued professional development
• A collaborative, positive working culture
• The chance to make a meaningful impact within a growing provision

Interested?

If you have the required experience and qualifications and are looking for your next step as a SENDCo, we would love to hear from you!

Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. xbpsjku We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.