Salary: Negotiable at interview based on experience 

Contract: Full Time, Permanent 

Start Date: September 2026  

Closing Date: 9am 24^th April 2026 

Interviews: Week beginning 30^th April 2026 

Lead Inclusion. Change Lives. Shape Futures. 

At Landau Forte Academy Amington, we believe that every child—regardless of need, background or starting point—deserves an ambitious, inclusive education that enables them to thrive. 

We are seeking an exceptional SENDCo to lead our next phase of inclusive practice. This is a pivotal leadership role within a rapidly improving academy, offering the opportunity to shape provision, influence whole-school strategy, and make a profound difference to the lives of our most vulnerable students. 

Why Join Us? 

• A values-driven culture built on Ambitious, Brave and Kind 

• A school on a strong upward trajectory, with clear and coherent improvement strategy 

• Significant investment in SEND and inclusion, including leadership capacity and external partnerships 

• The opportunity to work across both secondary and primary phases through our close partnership with Landau Forte Greenacres Primary 

• A highly supportive Trust network with strong professional development and collaboration 

• A leadership team committed to evidence-informed practice and sustainable workload 

The Role 

As SENDCo, you will: 

• Provide strategic leadership of SEND provision, ensuring high-quality support and strong outcomes for all students with additional needs 

• Drive a culture of inclusion, ensuring adaptive teaching is consistently strong across the curriculum 

• Lead and develop a skilled team, including teaching assistants and intervention staff 

• Oversee EHCP processes, annual reviews and external agency engagement with rigour and precision 

• Use data intelligently to identify need, evaluate impact and refine provision 

• Work closely with senior leaders to ensure SEND is central to school improvement and Ofsted readiness 

• Build strong relationships with families, ensuring they are valued partners in their child’s education 

What We Are Looking For 

We are seeking a leader who: 

• Holds (or is working towards) the National Award for SEND Coordination (NASENCO) 

• Has a proven track record of impactful SEND leadership in a secondary setting 

• Demonstrates deep understanding of inclusive pedagogy and adaptive teaching 

• Is highly organised, resilient and able to lead with clarity and compassion 

• Can articulate and evidence the impact of provision on student outcomes 

• Is committed to delivering excellence for all students, particularly the most vulnerable 

Our Commitment to You 

• Bespoke leadership development and coaching 

• Access to Trust-wide expertise and networks 

• A genuine opportunity to shape provision across a growing and ambitious organisation 

• A culture where staff are valued, supported and developed  

About Us 

Landau Forte Academy Amington is an 11–16 secondary academy at the heart of its community in Tamworth. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, our strong relationships with families, and our unwavering commitment to improving life chances for all students. 

We are significantly oversubscribed, reflecting the confidence our community places in us, and we are building deep and meaningful partnerships across our local area. 

Come and See Us in Action 

We strongly encourage prospective applicants to visit the academy to experience our culture first-hand, meet our wonderful students, and discuss the role in more detail with the Principal. 

To arrange a visit, please contact us via the school office or email sfarley@lfata.org.uk  

Safeguarding Statement 

 Landau Forte Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. 

“A rare opportunity to lead inclusion in a values-driven, improving academy where you can genuinely change lives.” 

Complete the application form online

Visit www.lfct.org.uk/careers

All appointments made are subject to satisfactory references and a criminal background check. Landau Forte Charitable Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this post.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. Self-declaration is subject to Ministry of Justice guidance on the disclosure of criminal records, further information can be found on GOV.UK.

The Trust will conduct all necessary searches and checks as relevant and in line with Government Safer Recruitment guidelines, our Safer Recruitment policy can be found on our website at www.lfct.org.uk