SENDCo

SENCO

Weare Academy First School · Axbridge · Somerset

Job description

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
Secure knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, the graduated approach and inclusive practice.
Completion of the mandatory SENCO qualification (NASENCO or NPQ for SENCO), or willingness and eligibility to complete the NPQ for SENCO within statutory timescales.
Strong organisation, communication and record-keeping skills.
The ability to advise and support colleagues with adaptive teaching and provision for pupils with SEND.
Confidence in working with parents/carers, external professionals and the local authority.
A strong commitment to safeguarding, high expectations and positive outcomes for all pupils.

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About this school

Weare Academy First School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 2–9

Good

Pupils: 151
Avg teacher salary: £42,876
Pupil:teacher ratio: 32.1:1
Academy trust: WESSEX LEARNING TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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