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SEND Coordinator

Birmingham City Council, Edgbaston, Birmingham

SEND Coordinator

Salary Not Specified

Birmingham City Council, Edgbaston, Birmingham

  • Part time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 20 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: b28e60aa0ebe4683a3e8e0e36bfef9dd

Full Job Description

  • to work closely with the Director of SEND in the strategic development of the school's Educational Support policy (SEND)
  • to carry out the day-to-day operation of the school's SEND policy and coordination of SEND provision
    • Accountabilities
  • policy/strategic direction and development
  • exercise a key role in assisting the Director of SEND with the strategic development of SEND policy/provision
  • be responsible for ensuring changes in legislation and current research are reflected in the school's SEND provision
  • provide regular information to the Director of SEND on the evaluation of the school's SEND provision and make recommendations for future developments
  • teaching and learning
  • oversee screening and assessment procedures; collect and interpret specialist assessment data for pupils with SEND to inform practice
  • work with the Director of SEND and staff to develop effective ways of bridging barriers to learning through
  • assessment of needs
  • monitoring of teaching quality and pupil achievement
  • IEPs
  • work with the senior leadership team, teachers, and Heads of Year to ensure all pupils' learning is of equal importance
  • consider the range of teaching strategies/resources that could be utilised for pupils with SEND and ensure the most effective are employed
  • support the identification and dissemination of the most effective teaching approaches for pupils with SEND
  • undertake day to day coordination of SEND provision through close liaison with the Director of SEND, staff, parents and external agencies
  • in liaison with the Director of SEND, undertake regular review of diagnostic tools and procedures used for key assessments, to ensure that these do not directly disadvantage pupils with identified needs
  • in liaison with the Director of SEND, monitor and evaluate the success of the school's systems for identifying and meeting pupils' needs
  • leadership and management of others
  • promote a positive profile of the SEND department to staff, pupils, parents and the wider community
  • provide professional guidance to staff to secure good teaching for pupils with SEND, through both written guidance and meetings
  • communications
  • ensure communication of individual pupil's needs, effective teaching strategies and pupil progress to all appropriate staff and parents as required
  • encourage a two-way dialogue with school staff to ensure pupils with SEND, and possible pupils with SEND, are best supported
  • establish and maintain a productive dialogue with parents via parent consultations, open days and other public occasions as directed
  • in collaboration with the Director of SEND, act as a point of reference/contact point with regard to national regulations on arrangements for pupils with special needs in external tests/examinations, organise the assessments, prepare evidence for access arrangement applications. Make applications to JCQ for access arrangements as necessary. Ensure all documentation is in place for JCQ inspections. Ensure that the requisite information is passed on to the Examinations Officer to ensure that appropriate access arrangements are put in place. Check these arrangements and liaise with the examinations officer to ensure that all relevant staff are suitably briefed and trained
  • liaise with SENDCOs in feeder/receiving schools to ensure the best interests of pupils with SEND are protected at key transition points
  • in consultation with the Director of SEND, maintain a directory of appropriate 'specialists' and outside agencies, able to provide local support, and liaise with these agencies effectively as appropriate
  • training and development of self and others
  • in collaboration with the Director of SEND, advise on and contribute to the professional development of staff, including whole school INSET provision
  • regularly review own practice, set personal targets and take responsibility for own development
  • general administration
  • in collaboration with the Director of SEND, maintain the school's SEND Register and collate and update related records, ensuring they are available for reference with due consideration for confidentiality
  • management of resources
  • in liaison with the Director of SEND, maintain and evaluate the effective deployment of budget and resources
    • General Requirements All school staff are expected to:
  • support the aims of the school and adhere to the staff code of conduct
  • support the implementation of all school policies and procedures as laid out in the staff handbook
  • treat all members of the school community with respect and consideration
  • treat all pupils fairly, consistently and without prejudice
  • set a good example to pupils in terms of appropriate dress, standards of punctuality and attendance
  • attend and participate in events such as open days, entrance exams and options evenings. Support those events in which form members are involved e.g. concerts
  • participate in the school's co-curricular programme, which includes activities, clubs and societies, sport, drama and music
  • take responsibility for professional development, participating in staff training and the school's arrangements for appraisal
  • participate in the management of the school by attending departmental and other staff meetings
  • ensure that all deadlines are met as published in the school calendar
  • take responsibility for matters relating to health and safety in line with school policy
  • undertake other reasonable duties related to the job purpose required from time to time
    • Review and amendment This job description should be seen as enabling rather than restrictive and will be subject to regular review.

  • ability to communicate clearly and accurately in speech and writing
  • administrative skills
  • ability to administer assessment tools
  • knowledge Base
  • comprehensive knowledge base of SEND needs in general
  • knowledge required to analyse assessment data
  • knowledge of differentiation and alternative teaching strategies
  • qualifications/attainment
  • teaching qualification
  • a recognised qualification in at least one area of SEND (e.g. Dip.Spd, AMBDA, MA in Education)
  • experience
  • experience of regular class teaching covering a range of abilities and ages
  • experience of teaching pupils with SEND
  • attitude/approach
  • approachable and positive
  • good at self/time management and prioritising
  • enthusiasm to develop own practice

    Working for Birmingham City Council is more than just a job; it's about making life better for the 1 million plus people who live and work in the city., The Council is a fantastic place to work. You will find an organisation that is both challenging and supportive; with a leadership impatiently adventurous in its pursuit of excellence.
    • There is a clear vision which is ensuring that the Council is working for communities today and building for tomorrow, we focus our resources on five key priorities:
  • A Prosperous Birmingham: through a focus on inclusive economic growth, tackling unemployment, attracting inward investment, and maximising the benefits of the Commonwealth Games.
  • An Inclusive Birmingham: through a focus on tackling poverty and inequality, empowering citizens, promoting diversity and civic pride, and supporting and enabling all children and young people to thrive.
  • A Safe Birmingham: through a focus on making the city safer, safeguarding vulnerable citizens, increasing affordable housing, and tackling homelessness.
  • A Healthy Birmingham: through a focus on tackling health inequalities, encouraging physical activity and healthy living, supporting mental health, and improving outcomes for adults with disabilities and older people.
  • A Green Birmingham: through a focus on street cleanliness, improving air quality, continuing the route to net zero, and becoming a city of nature.
    • We see the Council's role as providing strategic leadership - that's being able to visualise a new future for the city and equipping others to share our vision. We want to ensure the provision of services for all, so we can support those least able to support themselves by working with partners and putting citizens and neighbourhoods at the heart of our decision-making. We are always looking for people who put the customer at the centre of their approach, with a commitment to excellence to help us achieve our vision. We will support you to develop and thrive in your role, building a pathway for long-term success, with lots of development opportunities, such as apprenticeships.

    Salary: King Edward's School (KES) has a competitive teaching payscale which is reviewed annually and is more generous than schools in the maintained sector.,
  • school fee discount of up to 60% for KES and King Edward VI High School for Girls (subject to meeting admissions criteria)
  • free hot drinks and lunches in term-time
  • free access to gym, swimming pool and yoga sessions
  • access to Employee Assistance Programme offering free, 24-hour confidential advice
  • tickets for productions and performances at Ruddock Performing Arts Centre, In return, we offer you excellent terms and conditions, generous annual leave, a great pension scheme, well-being support, annual travel passes and discounts at a number of city centre establishments.