SENCO

Person Specification Qualifications and training Qualified teacher status National professional qualification (NPQ) for SENCOs, or a willingness to complete it within 3 years of appointment Degree Experience Teaching experience Experience of working at a whole-school level Experience of working with children with a range of SEN Involvement in self-evaluation and development planning Experience of conducting training/leading INSET Skills and knowledge Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice Understanding of what makes ‘quality first’ teaching, and of effective intervention strategies Ability to plan and evaluate interventions Data analysis skills and the ability to use data to inform provision planning Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to build effective working relationships Ability to influence and negotiate Good record-keeping skills Add any other skills or knowledge needed Personal qualities Commitment to getting the best outcomes for pupils and promoting the ethos and values of the school Commitment to equal opportunities and securing good outcomes for pupils with SEN or a disability Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times Commitment to safeguarding and equality