National Professional Qualification: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (NPQSENCO)

The programme is delivered by Exchange Teaching Hub, in partnership with UCLs national delivery partners, through a blend of online self-study, face to face events and peer coaching sessions.

Our facilitators are expert teachers and proven leaders working in schools throughout the hub communities.

Becca Caddy, Director for SEND, Delta Academies Trust

Becca is currently practicing as a SENCO and English teacher at a mainstream secondary academy. She is part of the Senior Leadership Team and serves as the Director for SEND for DELTA Academies Trust, supporting all secondary academies across the trust. With nearly 10 years of experience in secondary education, Becca initially trained as an English specialist before developing a passion for SEND. She is committed to improving outcomes for all students, with specific expertise in improving quality-first teaching for pupils with additional needs. As part of her wider trust role, Becca particularly enjoys working with and developing SENCOs, helping them enhance their practice and support for students.

Sian Vaughton, Director of Inclusion, Every Child Matters Academy Trust.

Sian is an accomplished teacher and leader with extensive experience in the development of SEND provision across 11 mainstream primary schools and 3 specialist settings. With over a decade of expertise in leading inclusion initiatives, she has successfully delivered a diverse array of training programs and provided targeted support to individuals and schools to implement effective practices. Sian is dedicated to ensuring that all children have access to a high-quality education and is committed to fostering the professional development of teachers and leaders who play a crucial role in this mission.

Claire Wilson, Deputy Headteacher and SENCo, Glasshoughton Infant Academy

Claire is an experienced primary classroom teacher and senior leader, having worked in both East Yorkshire and now West Yorkshire. Across her career she has consistently secured the very best outcomes for children and schools, often well above National figures. She has worked across year groups within the primary phase including in areas of high deprivation enabling children to achieve their potential. Claire is extremely passionate across all of her roles within school but especially her SENCo role, she is relentless in supporting, coaching and leading the teaching and learning within school for all staff so that both children and staff thrive within classrooms.

Claire Hughes, Director of Inclusion and Safeguarding, Pontefract Academies Trust

Lisa Shaw, Assistant Headteacher and Inclusion Lead, Thorpe Hesley Primary School

Katy Taylor-Clarke, Headteacher, Delta Academies Trust

Jenny Chambers, Director of SEND, HC Academy Trust

Jenny is a experienced senior leader in education, and has extensive knowledge in supporting a vast range of complex needs and disabilities. With a career spanning over two decades as a teacher, maths leader, SENDCO and Assistant Headteacher, Jenny’s commitment to inclusive pedagogy has been instrumental in ensuring that all students, regardless of their challenges, can access the full curriculum and thrive academically. Throughout her career, Jenny has demonstrated a deep understanding of the diverse needs of learners with disabilities and special educational needs (SEND). From cognitive disabilities to physical impairments, she is an advocate of inclusive learning environments where every student feels valued and supported and is able to thrive. Jenny champions professional development initiatives designed to equip teachers with the skills and resources needed to effectively adapting teaching for students with SEND. From differentiated instruction techniques to assistive technologies, she has supported educators to cultivate inclusive classrooms to unlock the potential of every student so that they can thrive and succeed in our diverse world.

Heather Cartwright, SENCo, Bentley High Street Primary