John Wood School & Nursery is recruiting a SENCo to support its primary-school SEND provision. The role focuses on supporting pupils with SEND, developing provision and helping colleagues deliver inclusive practice in partnership with families and external professionals. It is a three-day post, with some flexibility considered, starting 1 January 2027. Applicants need QTS and the specified SENCO qualification or must be working towards it; an enhanced DBS check and UK work eligibility are required, and visa sponsorship is unavailable.
What's required
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status
- NPQ for SENCOs, National Award for SEN Coordination, or currently working towards the required qualification
Experience
- Supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school
- Leading or developing SEND provision
Skills & knowledge
- Understanding of SEND legislation, statutory guidance and inclusive practice
- Supporting, guiding and inspiring colleagues
- Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Building positive relationships with pupils, families and external professionals
- Compassionate, proactive and solution-focused approach
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children and young people's welfare
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Eligibility to work in the UK
What's offered
- Training, leadership development and career progression opportunities
- Collaborative work and knowledge-sharing across Trust academies
- Free confidential wellbeing support through a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
- CycleShare scheme through salary sacrifice
- Private healthcare after one year of service, subject to annual renewal arrangements on 31 May
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