Special Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) at Noble Hall Leadership Academy for Girls

Noble Hall’s aim is to turn today’s learners into tomorrow’s leaders. We are a boarding and day school in Abuja, providing an exciting and enriching learning environment for girls between the ages of 11 and 16. Noble Hall will be admitting girls into Years 7, 8 and 9 in September 2014.

Our Vision
To enrich girls’ lives through a world-class, holistic education, developing leaders of tomorrow.

Our Mission
1. To provide a first class educational environment for academically gifted girls.
2. To create a new cadre of female leaders.
3. To equip girls with the required knowledge and skills together with strong family values, to influence
change in Nigeria and Africa.
4. To provide an education system that will produce excellent girls with a high sense of community,
strong moral values (morality) and vision for the future.Purpose

The SENDCo has whole-school responsibility for the development, coordination, and delivery of provision for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The role ensures the inclusion, progress, and wellbeing of all learners with additional needs, in line with the school’s ethos and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning:

Identify and adopt effective teaching approaches for SEN learners.
Monitor classroom activities to ensure all SEN students have equitable access to learning.
Support teachers in planning and delivering differentiated lessons.
Model best practice in inclusive teaching.

Assessment & Recording:

Establish systems for identifying, assessing, and reviewing SEN provision.
Create and monitor Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and provision maps.
Maintain and update the SEN register.
Track student progress and produce reports for teachers, parents, and leadership.
Assist the Exams Officer in arranging additional support, time, or specific papers for SEN students during assessments.

Leadership & Strategic Planning:

Provide training and CPD for staff on Inclusion and SEN best practices.
Advise school leadership on SEN policy development and strategic planning.
Liaise with external specialists and agencies to enhance support provision.
Lead initiatives to ensure compliance with statutory SEN requirements and safeguarding.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Communicate regularly with parents regarding SEN support and progress.
Provide guidance to teachers on supporting SEN students.
Collaborate with pastoral staff and leadership to ensure the wellbeing of students.

Compliance & Safeguarding:

Ensure all SEN practices comply with local legislation, national standards, and school policies.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Act as Designated Child Protection Co-ordinator if required.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, or related field.
SEN-specific certification or training highly preferred.
Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in SEN teaching/coordinating role.
Experience preparing students for IGCSE, WAEC, or other national/international examinations.
Knowledge of Cambridge standards and inclusive teaching methodologies.

Skills & Attributes:

Preferably Female
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational, planning, and analytical abilities.
Ability to motivate and inspire students and staff.
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing.
Empathy, patience, and resilience.