Head of SEN and SENCO

Head of SEND / SENCO Post-16 Education Setting | Birmingham

Competitive salary package up to £56,909 (including management allowance).

Are you an experienced and passionate SEND leader looking for an opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people?

Veritas Education is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly successful and well-established post-16 education provider in the West Midlands for a Head of SEND / SENCO. This is an exciting leadership opportunity within an outstanding learning environment that is recognised for delivering exceptional outcomes and transforming life chances for students from diverse backgrounds.

The successful candidate will lead the strategic and operational development of SEND provision, ensuring that students with additional needs receive outstanding support that enables them to achieve academically, develop independence and successfully prepare for adulthood.

The Role

As Head of SEND and the designated SENCO, you will:

• Lead and develop the college's SEND strategy, policy and provision.
• Manage and support the Inclusive Learning Support team.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to ensure effective classroom support and inclusive practice.
• Oversee Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) and monitor student progress and outcomes.
• Coordinate support for students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and other additional needs.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Deliver staff training and promote best practice across the organisation.
• Contribute to safeguarding as part of the wider safeguarding leadership team.

About You

We are seeking a professional who can demonstrate:

• Extensive experience working with young people with SEND.
• A recognised teaching qualification and relevant SEND qualification.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current legislation.
• Experience of leading or managing teams within an educational setting.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and achieving positive outcomes for all learners.
• The ability to inspire both students and colleagues through high expectations and a collaborative approach.

What's on Offer?

The successful candidate will join a thriving, financially secure organisation with a strong reputation for excellence and staff development. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary package up to £56,909 (including management allowance).
• Teachers' Pension Scheme.
• Extensive CPD and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellbeing and healthcare benefits.
• Access to excellent sports and fitness facilities.
• Supportive leadership and a positive working culture.
• High-achieving, motivated students and a strong commitment to inclusion.

Apply Now

If you are an ambitious SEND professional ready to lead and develop an exceptional SEND provision, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to request further details, please contact Gemma at Veritas Education.