Salary:

Competitive. Inline with qualifications, skills and experience.

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 January 2026

Apply by:

2 October 2025

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.

Key responsibilities will include:

Leadership and Management

• Lead, manage, and inspire a team of learning support staff, providing regular training and professional development.
  
• Strategically oversee the school's SEND provision, including resource allocation, budget management, and policy implementation.
  
• Maintain accurate and confidential records for all pupils on the SEND register, including Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
  
• Act as the primary point of contact for external agencies, including educational psychologists, speech therapists, and other health professionals.
  
• Contribute to the strategic development of the School by advising the Senior Leadership Group on all SEND-related matters.
  

Pupil Support and Assessment

• Identify and assess pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, working closely with teachers, parents, and specialists.
  
• Develop, implement, and monitor a range of support strategies and interventions tailored to individual pupil needs.
  
• Conduct regular reviews of pupil progress and adjust support plans as necessary to ensure effective learning outcomes.
  
• Manage and maintain the School's SEND register, ensuring it is up-to-date and reflects the diverse needs of the pupil body.
  
• Line Manage the EAA Coordinator and oversee access arrangements for internal and public examinations.
  

Curriculum and Teaching

• Work collaboratively with Heads of Department and teachers to ensure the curriculum is accessible and differentiated for pupils with SEND.
  
• Provide training and guidance to staff on best practices for inclusive teaching, including strategies for supporting a wide range of needs.
  
• Stay current with developments in SEND policy and practice, ensuring the School's approach aligns with the latest regulations and best-in-class methodologies.
  

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• A recognised SEND qualification (e.g., National Award for SEN Coordination).
  
• A recognised Teaching Qualification.
  
• Proven experience as a SENDCO, or significant experience in a leadership role within a school's SEND department.
  
• Experience supporting children at different stages of their education.
  
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to build and motivate a high-performing team.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with pupils, parents, and staff.
  
• A deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation.
  

Personal Attributes

• Work with integrity and be able to connect with pupils, parents and staff.
  
• Commitment to being involved in the life of a busy school.
  
• High personal and professional standards.
  
• Empathy with the values and aims of the School.
  

Ryde School is a vibrant place to work where all staff contribute to providing an exceptional educational experience for our pupils through our shared values. We work in the grounds of a 17-acre site that overlooks the Solent and within walking distance of Ryde town. Our facilities reflect the rich history of the school, blending both traditional and modern buildings, sport facilities (employees can use the school gym), the Jenny Kerry Performing Arts Centre and our barista coffee shop, The Pavilion. We will offer a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement, car parking allocation in our staff car park, cycle to work scheme, free lunch during term time, and many more of the benefits you would expect from an employer that strives to be an employer of choice.

How to Apply:

Applicants should send their fully completed Ryde School Teaching Staff Application Form with covering letter, to the attention of: Mrs Tracy Green, HR Manager or email the documents to: TDG@rydeschool.net. An electronic application would be preferable.

The closing date for applications is midday on Thursday 2nd October 2025.

Interviews will take place at the School shortly after.

Ryde School with Upper Chine
Queens Road, Ryde
Isle of Wight
PO33 3BE
United Kingdom

+44 1983 562229