SENCo WITH Teaching Responsibilities

Job details

Job role: - SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)

Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern: Full time

Contract type: Fixed term

Full-time equivalent salary: Main Pay Scale

SENCo WITH Teaching Responsibilities MPS/UPS + TLR2a job summary

We are currently looking to welcome an experienced and passionate SENDCo to join our team and take the lead in ensuring children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities receive the very best support. This role combines strategic leadership of SEND provision with an element of direct teaching responsibilities. This is a fixed term maternity contract from 1st September 2026 until July 2027 or when the post holder returns

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the school’s provision for pupils with SEND in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure inclusive, high-quality education for all learners.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and monitoring of pupils with SEND.
• Deliver engaging and inclusive teaching to a small class or groups, contributing to high standards of learning across the school.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions, ensuring effective support is in place.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to whole-school improvement planning.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds the National Award for SENDCo (or is willing to work towards it).
• Has proven experience in supporting children with a wide range of needs, ideally in a primary setting.
• Is a strong communicator and relationship-builder with children, families, and colleagues.
• Demonstrates excellent teaching skills and a commitment to inclusive practice.
• Can inspire, motivate, and support staff to meet the needs of all learners.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• Children who are enthusiastic, caring, and eager to learn.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A school culture that values wellbeing, inclusion, and high aspirations.

Visits to the school are welcomed

Birley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

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