Leicestershire County Council · Anstey, England
This is a live UK-based role at Leicestershire County Council, a UK Skilled Worker sponsor tracked by Sponsorly AI against the Home Office register. Posted 23 September 2026. Listed as open until 30 October 2026.
Job Description Organisation: Leicestershire County Council Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, LE3 8RA Salary: Leadership Scale 7-11 Working Hours: Full time Contract Type: Fixed term for 12 months Closing Date: 5th October 2026 Interview Date(s): TBC Are you an experienced SENCO who wants to shape and influence innovative educational provision for children and young people with SEND? We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, creative and solution-focused SENCO to join the Special Educational Needs Assessment (SENA) Service, with a particular focus on Education Otherwise Than At School (EOTAS) provision, and play a key role in developing educational pathways for some of Leicestershire's most vulnerable children and young people. About the Role This newly established 12-month post offers the chance to make a genuine difference at a time of growth and transformation. Working across the SENA Service, you will support the development and quality assurance of EOTAS and alternative provision arrangements for children and young people who require education outside of a traditional school setting. Whilst the role will include supporting transitions into Post-16 education and training, its primary focus is on ensuring that children and young people across all phases receive high-quality, effective educational packages that meet their needs, deliver EHCP provision and enable them to achieve positive outcomes. What you'll do As SENCO for EOTAS, you will: Lead and support the development of EOTAS provision across Leicestershire. Work alongside SENA colleagues, schools, alternative providers, colleges and other professionals to develop effective educational pathways for children and young people with SEND. Support learners through key transition points, including preparation for adulthood and transitions into Post-16 education and training. Quality assure Alternative Provision and EOTAS packages to ensure children and young people receive high-quality educational experiences. Monitor and review educational packages for learners who are currently without a school placement or require education outside of a school setting. Champion inclusive practice and ensure provision meets the needs of learners with SEND and aligns with EHCP outcomes. Collaborate with families, schools, colleges and professionals to improve outcomes, participation and progression opportunities. Contribute to innovative service development and the continuous improvement of EOTAS pathways and wider SENA practice. An enhanced with barred list DBS check is required for this post. For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement . About You To apply for this post, you must: Qualified Teacher Status and the National Award for SEN Coordination (or equivalent SENCO qualification). Significant experience supporting children and young people with SEND. Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusive practice and educational…
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