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HEAD OF LEARNING SUPPORT (SENDco)
Ryde School seeks to appoint an experienced and dedicated SENDCO to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader to shape our SEND provision and ensure every pupil from Nursery to Upper Sixth thrives. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of special educational needs, a strong commitment to inclusive practices, and the ability to inspire and lead both pupils and staff. Ryde School is seeking a dedicated and strategic Head of Learning Support (SENDCo) to lead our SEND provision. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to inclusive practices and the ability to inspire both pupils and staff, ensuring that every child at Ryde School has the opportunity to thrive. The Role As a key leader within the school, you will strategically oversee the SEND department and advise the Senior Leadership Group on all related matters. You will: Lead & Inspire: Manage and develop a team of learning support staff, providing regular training and fostering a high-performing environment. Strategise & Manage: Oversee the school’s SEND provision, including budget management, resource allocation, and the maintenance of the SEND register and EHCPs. Support & Assess: Work closely with teachers, parents, and external specialists to identify needs and implement tailored intervention strategies that ensure effective learning outcomes. Collaborate: Partner with Heads of Department to ensure the curriculum is accessible and differentiated, while overseeing Access Arrangements for internal and public examinations. About You We are looking for an expert practitioner who balances technical knowledge with exceptional interpersonal skills. You will need: Essential Qualifications: A recognised Teaching Qualification and a SEND qualification (e.g., National Award for SEN Co-ordination). Leadership Experience: Proven experience as a SENDCo or in a significant leadership role within a SEND department, ideally across different educational stages. Expert Knowledge: A deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current UK legislation. Personal Attributes: High professional standards, empathy for the school’s values, and the integrity to build strong relationships with the whole school community. Head of Learning Support & SENDCO Specification Head of Learning Support & SENDCO Job Description Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and should be addressed to the Head Master: Mr Will Turner, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE Tel: 01983 617922 Email: tdg@rydeschool.net Applications for this role are being reviewed on an ongoing basis. Early applications are therefore encouraged as the school reserves the right to withdraw this advert once a suitable candidate has been found.

HEAD OF LEARNING SUPPORT (SENDco)

Ryde School seeks to appoint an experienced and dedicated SENDCO to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader to shape our SEND provision and ensure every pupil from Nursery to Upper Sixth thrives. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of special educational needs, a strong commitment to inclusive practices, and the ability to inspire and lead both pupils and staff.

Ryde School is seeking a dedicated and strategic Head of Learning Support (SENDCo) to lead our SEND provision. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to inclusive practices and the ability to inspire both pupils and staff, ensuring that every child at Ryde School has the opportunity to thrive.

The Role

As a key leader within the school, you will strategically oversee the SEND department and advise the Senior Leadership Group on all related matters. You will:

Lead & Inspire: Manage and develop a team of learning support staff, providing regular training and fostering a high-performing environment.
Strategise & Manage: Oversee the school’s SEND provision, including budget management, resource allocation, and the maintenance of the SEND register and EHCPs.
Support & Assess: Work closely with teachers, parents, and external specialists to identify needs and implement tailored intervention strategies that ensure effective learning outcomes.
Collaborate: Partner with Heads of Department to ensure the curriculum is accessible and differentiated, while overseeing Access Arrangements for internal and public examinations.

About You

We are looking for an expert practitioner who balances technical knowledge with exceptional interpersonal skills. You will need:

Essential Qualifications: A recognised Teaching Qualification and a SEND qualification (e.g., National Award for SEN Co-ordination).
Leadership Experience: Proven experience as a SENDCo or in a significant leadership role within a SEND department, ideally across different educational stages.
Expert Knowledge: A deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current UK legislation.
Personal Attributes: High professional standards, empathy for the school’s values, and the integrity to build strong relationships with the whole school community.

Head of Learning Support & SENDCO Specification

Head of Learning Support & SENDCO Job Description

Postal and electronic applications are both welcome, and should be addressed to the Head Master:

Mr Will Turner, Ryde School, Queen’s Road, Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3BE

Tel: 01983 617922

Email: tdg@rydeschool.net

Applications for this role are being reviewed on an ongoing basis. Early applications are therefore encouraged as the school reserves the right to withdraw this advert once a suitable candidate has been found.

Important Notes for Applicants

Ryde School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Ryde School is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion. Ryde School does not discriminate on the grounds of race or colour, nationality or national or ethnic origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, age, and disability. Applications are welcome from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references, confirmation of qualifications and DBS clearance.

Ryde School is an equal opportunities employer.

Ryde School is a Registered Charity No. 307409