SENCo

Welcome to The New School Rome:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an outstanding English teacher to join our uniquely democratic, highly collaborative and very successful small school set in a beautiful garden in Rome. 

The New School Rome is an independent, private, international, not-for-profit school for pupils aged 3‑18 offering the English National Curriculum. We have provided outstanding education to expatriate and internationally minded families for over 50 years. Our most recent examination results place the school as one of the top performing independent international schools in Italy: 50% A*- A at both GCSE and A Level.  

We are seeking to recruit an experienced SENCo to lead, develop and implement learning support provision across Key Stage 1 to 5 in order to ensure all of our students reach their full potential. 

Essential Professional Criteria:

• A good Bachelors degree
• Qualified Teacher Status
• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years experience as a SENCo
• Proven experience leading SEND provision
• Strong understanding of IGCSE, and A-Level inclusion policies.
• Experience working with multilingual and multicultural student populations.
• Knowledge of EAL and its intersection with SEND.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and the welfare of students.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  
• Empathy with students across the age and ability range and the ability to implement a range of teaching strategies to cater for each individual student.
• Experience of promoting the personal development and wellbeing of children. 
• An ability to liaise effectively and professionally between students, staff and parents when required.
• The ability to adapt quickly to a new environment, establish good relations with students and gain their confidence. 
• The energy, dynamism and stamina to contribute fully to the life of a busy international school.

Desirable:

• Experience working in an international school setting.
• Familiarity with Italian education laws related to SEND.
• Understanding of SEND funding and resource management in an international context.
• Ability to speak Italian (not essential but beneficial).
• Experience using assistive technology and digital learning tools for SEND support.

The Role:

Please see the job description attached

Working at The New School Rome:

• Competitive Salary that recognises and rewards experience
• Uniquely democratic working environment
• Highly collaborative staff body
• Small class sizes not exceeding 18
• A small, intimate school campus with a family atmosphere located in a beautiful garden in Rome
• Autonomy as a teacher 
• The opportunity to contribute towards and shape our unique school
• Support with relocation

Application process:

• The first round of interviews will take place online in the week beginning April 21st 
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited to Rome for an assessment day in the week beginning April 28th
• Please note: we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date and as such early applications are encouraged.
• This role commences in September 2025

Safeguarding Statement

New School Rome is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Equal Opportunities Statement

New School Rome is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of gender, age, marital status, disability, ethnicity, religion, belief or sexual orientation.

Conditional offer of appointment

Any offer to a successful candidate will be conditional upon the following:

• Provision of an International Child Protection Certificate (ICPC) (or equivalent safeguarding check)
• Verification of identity, qualifications and professional status
• Receipt of at least two satisfactory references (one of which should be from your current or most recent Principal, Head of School or Line Manager
• Verification of medical fitness (completion of a medical declaration)
• Social media screening