EHCP SENDCo - #2150583

EHCP SENDCo

Salary £32,006 - £33,850 per annum 

37 hrs pw

As an award-winning college, we are always looking for exceptional staff to join our team. We place great value on our support staff, who play a vital role in raising achievement and supporting the development and success of our students.

The Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, and highly organised Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our dedicated Inclusive Learning Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring that students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) receive the high-quality support they need to achieve their ambitions and thrive within a Further Education environment.

Working collaboratively with curriculum teams, support staff, local authorities, parents/carers, and external agencies, you will champion inclusive practice and ensure that all learners have access to outstanding educational opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate provision for students with EHCPs across the college.
• Manage annual reviews and ensure statutory requirements are met within required timescales.
• Work closely with curriculum managers, teachers, learning support assistants, and external professionals to develop and implement effective support strategies.
• Monitor student progress, attendance, and outcomes, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place.
• Liaise with local authorities regarding EHCP consultations, funding applications, and reviews.
• Provide guidance and training to staff on SEND legislation, inclusive teaching practices, and reasonable adjustments.
• Support the transition of learners into, through, and beyond college.
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant safeguarding requirements.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience working with learners with SEND, particularly those with EHCPs, within an education setting.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice, and EHCP processes.
• Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
• The ability to manage complex caseloads and meet statutory deadlines.
• Experience coordinating multi-agency support for young people.
• A commitment to promoting inclusion, equality, and positive learner outcomes.

You must hold:

• 5 GCSEs (Grade A–C) including English Language and Maths*, or equivalent 
• Level 3 qualification in a relevant field

Having a SENCo qualification or relevant SEND professional qualification would be an advantage as would having worked in a Further Education or post-16 setting and a knowledge of high-needs funding processes.

You will be an organised professional and have an eye for detail required in the timely completion of our statutory requirements in relations to Educational, Health and Care Plans. You will be able to develop trusting relationships with students and their parents and carers as well as other professionals so that the College can support its students in the most effective way possible.

Professional Development

You will receive a comprehensive induction and access to continuous professional development, including training on specific learning needs such as dyslexia, ADHD and autism. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals considering progression into SEND leadership or wider educational roles.

In return, we offer a warm and welcoming college with an excellent benefits package that includes:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 10 College closure days (pro rata)
• Family-friendly policies, including flexible working arrangements
• A well-respected pension scheme (West Yorkshire Pension Fund with an above average employer contribution)
• Free car parking at all our college sites (on a first come, first served basis)
• Superb opportunities for training and development
• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts and offers at major Street and Online retailers
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

So, if you’d like to be part of a unique organisation that supports one of the largest and most diverse employment sectors in the UK, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note that all applications should be completed online.  Please visit the vacancies section of our website or press apply.

Closing Date:  9/10/26

Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and in line with KCSIE (2024) an online check will be conducted on information available in the public domain. 

Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is also committed to the Prevent programme and the requirement to prevent people being drawn into terrorism and expects all staff to share these commitments.

Leeds College of Building is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from individuals from an ethnic minority and the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are under-represented at our College. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive to provide the best construction and the built environment education in England.