This advanced Level 3 SENCO course equips early years SEND leaders to fulfil statutory duties, lead whole-setting inclusive provision, manage EHC needs assessments and plans, coordinate multi-agency working, secure and justify SEND funding, and resolve disagreements with confidence, professionalism and child-centred authority.
Module 1 – The Strategic Role of the Early Years SENDCoDevelops understanding of statutory SENDCo leadership responsibilities, provision mapping, quality assurance and Ofsted expectations.
Module 2 – High-Quality Inclusive Provision: Leadership and Environment Audit
Builds skills to audit environments, remove barriers to participation and embed sensory-informed inclusive practice across the setting.
Module 3 – Provision Mapping & Funding Responsibilities
Teaches how to lead provision mapping, allocate resources strategically and justify SEND funding with robust evidence.
Module 4 – Working With Professionals & Multi-Agency Coordination
Strengthens leadership in coordinating professionals, leading joint planning and managing multi-agency communication.
Module 5 – Working With Parents Under Pressure: Advanced Communication & Mediation
Develops trauma-informed communication and mediation skills for supporting families through conflict and high-stress situations.
Module 6 – Multi-Agency Documentation, Evidence & Advanced Record Keeping
Builds expertise in producing objective, defensible SEND documentation that meets statutory, multi-agency and Ofsted standards.
Module 7 – The Area SENDCo, Joint Working & Leading Across Agencies
Explains how to collaborate strategically with the Area SENDCo and lead effective partnership working across services.
Module 8 – Funding, SEND Support Budgets & Early Years Inclusion Funding
Provides in-depth understanding of SEND funding routes, evidence requirements and financial accountability responsibilities.
Module 9 – EHC Needs Assessment & EHC Plans (Full SENDCo Responsibilities)
Equips SENDCos to lead EHC needs assessments, draft and challenge plans, coordinate agencies and manage statutory timelines.
Module 10 – Resolving Disagreements, Mediation & Tribunal Awareness
Develops confidence in managing disputes, supporting mediation and maintaining professional documentation through complaint and tribunal processes.
