Job Description

Salary

52,000 - Leadership range based on experience

Contractual hours

37.5

Basis

Full Time

Region

Nuneaton

Job category/type

SLT

Date posted

11/06/2025

Job reference

REQ003528

Nuneaton Academy. A place to belong. A place to excel...
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Who can know the limits of any child's potential?
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All of us at Nuneaton Academy firmly believe that every child is a special individual, capable of extraordinary things and deserving of an excellent education. Nuneaton Academy will become a beacon of educational excellence, unwavering in its commitment to nurturing young minds and bringing out 'the best in everyone.' Working with us means

being part of one of the most transformational school improvement journeys in the country

. We foster a respectful culture, where kindness and courtesy are the cornerstone of every interaction. We are resolute, looking for people who exhibit unwavering dedication to the growth and success of our students; showing determination through hard work.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the

only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead

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United Learning is an exciting organisation to work for; there is a real focus on developing people and empowering innovation where staff are appreciated and celebrated. A key benefit of being part of United Learning is to have the support of colleagues across the wider group and ample opportunities to network; we recognise the powerful impact that collaboration and partnership have on colleagues. Our central, regional and cluster teams ensure that technology, finance, HR, and data support is provided more effectively and efficiently than would otherwise be possible, so that school leaders can focus on educational leadership. United Learning is an inclusive employer and is committed to creating and sustaining a more ethnically diverse workforce. Therefore, we would very much welcome applications from professionals of all backgrounds who share our commitment but especially those of minority ethnic origin.



If you are looking for an exciting, challenging and highly rewarding role that offers a strong commitment to professional development and well-being we encourage you to apply. We welcome the opportunity for prospective applicants to visit us and we invite you to get in touch with any questions you may have ahead of submitting your application.



Thank you so much for considering a post with us. We look forward to hearing from you.

Mark Dalton Principal

Nuneaton Academy

Job Title

: SENDCo

Salary:

Leadership Range

Reporting to

: AP SEND

Job Type

: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date:

01st September 2025

Job Purpose:

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To support in leading and coordinating the Special Educational Needs team The key task of the SENCO is to ensure that Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision is both efficiently and effectively managed. Ensure all legal and statutory requirements are met for pupils with SEN. To maintain excellent records To address matters that arise skillfully and promptly To engage with parents to build and maintain positive relationships To facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides pupils with the opportunity to achieve their individual potential. To contribute to raising attendance. To identify barriers and work with pupils and their families to remove these barriers To share and support the academy's responsibility to provide and monitor opportunities for personal and academic growth.

Responsibilities and Tasks

SEND

The SENCO takes responsibility for the day-to-day operation of provision made for pupils with SEN and provides professional guidance around SEN in order to secure high quality teaching and the effective use of resources to good progress for all pupils. Ensuring compliance with the SEND code of practice. Strategic direction and development of SEN provision including: + Wave 1 Teaching and Learning
+ Development and implementation of wave 2 and 3 interventions.
+ Leading and managing the SEND staff team
+ Efficient and effective deployment of staff and resources
+ Ensure effective systems of communication, including feedback about pupils' learning to inform future planning
+ Quality Assurance of SEN support to meet the needs of pupils
+ Ensure that the objectives of the SEN policy are reflected in the improvement plan. Liaise with and coordinate the contribution of external agencies
+ Up to date knowledge of National and local initiatives which may impact upon policy and practice.
+ Leading on Annual Reviews
Ensure that access arrangements are in place for pupils who require these for examinations. The screening of all pupils at significant entry points, including in year and managed move entries The assessment of individual pupils when subject teachers have registered concerns Encouraging all staff to report their concerns to the SENCO on the concerns form Completing more in-depth assessments where necessary Monitor and evaluate assessment data in SEND to identify trends in pupil performance and progress, and issues for development. Continuously review provision in SEND against performance targets and value for money. Monitor planning, curriculum delivery and implementation of schemes of learning. Analyse and interpret relevant data, research and inspection evidence to inform provision and seek improvement where necessary. Ensure that own teaching is an example of best practice for other staff. Support the Principal in ensuring that Academy policies within SEND are followed by staff. Monitor and evaluate the impact of the implementation of the SEND strategy. * Identify good practice, areas for development and strategies for sharing and support.