Kathryn Coy
Warrington,United Kingdom
Summary
Experienced SENDCo and Designated Safeguarding Lead committed to inclusive education and safeguarding excellence, with a proven ability to lead effective provision, support vulnerable pupils and ensure robust, compliant safeguarding practices across the school.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work history
SENDCO, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Inclusion
Cheshire West and Chester Council
Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire
2019.06 - Current
- Manage the EHCP process from EHCNA stage including coordinating and completing annual reviews.
- Liaise effectively with the Local Authority and external agencies to support assessments and applications.
- Deliver and oversee ELSA provision across the school, including planning targeted interventions and monitoring impact.
- Work closely with the school’s mental health team to support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and implement appropriate strategies.
- Deliver staff training, particularly in early identification of SEND and inclusive practice.
- Prepare and present regular SEND and safeguarding reports to governors.
- Ensure the SEND policy is implemented in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Promote a whole-school approach to inclusion, wellbeing and early intervention
- Work closely with parents and lead on school TAFS.
Primary class teacher
Liverpool Council
Liverpool, Merseyside
2019.09 - 2022.06
- Plan and deliver fun, purposeful and engaging lessons.
- Create a safe, caring, and supportive classroom environment.
- Manage classroom behaviour effectively with successful strategies.
- Continuously monitor students’ progress to ensure the correct support is given to encourage success and progress from their starting point.
- Provide clear feedback to help children improve.
- Support emotional development and build students’ confidence.
- Identify children who may need extra help or support and action.
- Communicate regularly with parents/carers.
- Prepare creative teaching materials and activities
- Work with other teachers and staff to support student learning
Class Teacher
Cheshire West and Chester Council
Cheshire West and Chester, Cheshire
2018.09 - 2019.07
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding students' progress and behaviour issues.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in the learning process.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Planned and organised classrooms that consistently facilitated positive learning experience.
- Participated actively in staff development training programmes and workshops.
- Promoted inclusion within the classroom, ensuring equal opportunities for all learners.
- Assisted in organising school trips, providing pupils with enriching experiences outside the classroom.
- Maintained up-to-date records of each student's academic progress and attendance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with the national curriculum.
Education
NPQ SENDCo - SEND
Best Practice
2025.10 -
Higher National Diploma - Pyschcology
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool 2020.09 - 2021.06
Certificate of Higher Education - Early Years (Primary Teaching
University of Chester
Chester 2013.09 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester 2001.09 - 2005.06
Skills
- Strong and emotionally intelligent communication skills
- The ability to work inclusively within an emotional literate environment
- Ambition to progress
- Problem-solving
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Public Relations
- Knowledge
Timeline
NPQ SENDCo - SEND
Best Practice
2025.10 -
Higher National Diploma - Pyschcology
Liverpool Hope University
2020.09 - 2021.06
Primary class teacher
Liverpool Council
2019.09 - 2022.06
SENDCO, Designated Safeguarding Lead and Inclusion
Cheshire West and Chester Council
2019.06 - Current
Class Teacher
Cheshire West and Chester Council
2018.09 - 2019.07
Certificate of Higher Education - Early Years (Primary Teaching
University of Chester
2013.09 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management
Manchester Metropolitan University
2001.09 - 2005.06