In primary schools 55 per cent of Sencos feel they are not allocated enough time to complete their role effectively, with the figure increasing to 70 per cent among secondary school staff.
The National Senco Workforce Survey: time to review 2018-2020, from Nasen (National Association for Special Educational Needs) and Bath Spa University, also finds that 75 per cent and 79 per cent of primary and secondary Sencos are “routinely pulled away from their role to perform other duties”.
The report warns that millions of children will miss out on vital support if the workforce is not given more time, resources and support to meet the needs of all children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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