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SEN Department Lead - Interim Role - September Start

Job title: SEN Department Lead - Interim Role - September Start
Contract type: Temporary
Location: Milton Keynes
Industry: SEND
Salary: £168 - £235 per day + (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
Reference: SENL-MK_1783068125
Contact name: Aspire People Limited
Contact email: James@aspirepeople.co.uk

Job description

Are you an experienced SEN professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for supporting children with additional needs?

We are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming primary school in Milton Keynes seeking an exceptional SEN Unit Lead to join their team from September until January.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated SEN provision, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs while also undertaking a small teaching commitment within the unit.

The Role

As the SEN Unit Lead, you will:

Lead the day-to-day operation of the school's SEN unit, ensuring high-quality provision for all pupils.
Plan, deliver and oversee tailored learning programmes that meet individual needs.
Provide engaging teaching within the SEN unit as part of your timetable.
Lead and support Teaching Assistants, ensuring effective deployment and professional development.
Work collaboratively with the SENCO, senior leadership team, teachers, parents and external agencies.
Monitor pupil progress and ensure appropriate interventions are in place.
Create a nurturing, inclusive and structured learning environment where every child can thrive.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has substantial experience working with pupils with Special Educational Needs within a primary setting.
Has experience leading or managing an SEN provision, resource base or specialist unit.
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or has significant leadership experience within an SEN environment.
Has a thorough understanding of a range of SEN, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs.
Is an excellent communicator with strong organisational and leadership skills.
Is passionate about delivering inclusive education and achieving positive outcomes for every child.

What We Offer

A supportive and inclusive primary school with a committed leadership team.
The opportunity to lead a well-established SEN provision.
A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on pupils' learning and development.
Competitive rates of pay.
Ongoing support throughout your placement.

If you have the experience, leadership qualities and passion to lead a thriving SEN unit, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this rewarding opportunity starting in September.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.

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