Job Description

Are you passionate about inclusive education and committed to improving the lives of children and young people with complex needs? We are looking for a committed and knowledgeable

SEN Governor

to join our governing body and play a vital role in shaping the educational experience for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities

As our SEN Governor, you will:

Strategic Oversight

Ensure the school remains fully compliant with the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and all relevant legislation. Monitor and evaluate SEND policies, practices, and provision tailored to a specialist setting. Collaborate with the governing body to support and enhance the School Development Plan. Ensure staffing and resources for SEND are used effectively and sustainably.

Support and Challenge

Meet regularly with the school's SENCo/Inclusion Lead to: Understand the complex and diverse needs of our pupils. Review the impact of targeted interventions, therapies, and support strategies. Discuss professional development for staff in specialist approaches. Ask constructive, challenging questions such as: Are pupils making meaningful progress against personalised targets? How do we evaluate success in a complex needs context? Champion inclusion, high aspirations, and equity for every pupil.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing

Ensure safeguarding policies account for the unique vulnerabilities of children with SEND. Understand the interplay between mental health, behaviour, and attendance within a specialist provision.

Training and Development

Attend SEND and inclusion training for governors. Keep up to date with national developments in specialist SEND education.

Qualities and Skills Required

We are looking for someone who:

Is deeply committed to inclusion, equity, and the rights of children with additional needs. Can provide both support and challenge in a constructive, informed manner. Has the curiosity and willingness to engage with a wide range of SEND needs. Brings sensitivity, discretion, and a genuine passion for specialist education.

Previous experience in SEND within an educational setting is essential.

Time Commitment

Termly meetings with the SENCo/Inclusion Lead. Attendance at full governing body meetings. Occasional visits to experience SEND provision in action.

Make a meaningful difference in a specialist school. Help every pupil thrive.

If you're ready to play a vital role in the governance of a special needs school and help shape the future for our pupils, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract, Volunteer

Benefits:

Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person