SENCo National Award

The SENCo National Award is a comprehensive training program designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills required to provide inclusive education for students with special educational needs. This course covers the legal frameworks, assessment and planning tools, and classroom strategies necessary to create an inclusive learning environment. Participants will learn how to identify and support students with a range of SEN, including autism, ADHD, and physical disabilities. The program also addresses the role of the SENCo in leading and managing the special educational needs provision within a school. By the end of the course, participants will have gained a deeper understanding of the complexities of SEN and be able to apply their newfound knowledge and skills in a practical setting.

Additional Information

The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, workshops, and practical sessions. Participants will also complete a reflective portfolio, which showcases their learning and application of the SENCo role. Graduates of the program will be eligible to apply for the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination.

Unlocking Inclusive Education: A Collaborative Approach at Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University is renowned for its expertise in special educational needs and inclusive education. The university's faculty of Education and Humanities has a proven track record of delivering high-quality training programs for educators, including the SENCo National Award. Participants will benefit from the university's state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated spaces for practical sessions and access to cutting-edge technology. Additionally, Bath Spa University is located in the picturesque city of Bath, providing a unique blend of academic rigor and cultural enrichment.

The National Award for SENCo is a mandatory award for all SENCOs new to the post and must be achieved within three years of taking up the post. The National Award for SENCo explores the key aspects of the role of the SENCo, as specified in the Learning Outcomes for National Award for Special Educational (NCTL, 2014). Current legislation and national perspectives are explored in relation to the role of the SENCo.

You’ll critically explore areas such as pupil voice and parent engagement. Alongside this, you’ll investigate the key areas relating to the strategic and leadership aspect of the role, for example, finance, data, management, and the role of Ofsted.

You’ll develop skills that can immediately be put into place in your setting. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of the SENCo role, and effective practice. Throughout the award, there is ample opportunity to link theory and practice through collectively exploring practical solutions to identified issues.

Recognised Bachelor's degree or higher and evidence of two years of work experience; or successful completion of equivalent courses; or satisfactory preparation for the course through informal or non-formal learning and/or professional experiences subject to the approval of the Academic Chair

• Copy of latest school credentials

• Passport copy

• Emirates ID (if any)

• Visa Page copy

• Passport Size ID photo

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.