SENDCO at Histon & Impington Brook/Park Primary School

Required for the start of the Summer Term 2025 

This is a permanent position - full-time or could be offered as part time post (minimum of 3 days per week)

Salary: Main/Upper National Teacher Pay Scale (plus SENDCo Allowance)

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, dedicated and forward-thinking practitioner who has achieved the National Award for SENDCo.   The post will be based at our two nearby schools of Histon & Impington Brook Primary School and Histon & Impington Park Primary School.  The role will be varied and will include working with pupils with individual needs; overseeing the creation and implementation of individual plans to enable pupils to access the curriculum; reviewing and assessing pupil progress and targets; liaising with external agencies and providing pastoral support to pupils and their families.  Staff training will be a strong feature of the role.  You will be supported in your role by a fantastic team of teaching staff as well as the SENDCos across our multi-academy trust where you will be able to share good practice to ensure the very highest quality of provision for our SEND pupils.  This is a brilliant opportunity for any candidate who wishes to further their career in our highly successful and dynamic multi-academy trust. 

The opportunity:

•  This will be a fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning and progress
•  To work collaboratively with SENDCos across our multi-academy trust
•  To enhance specialist skills working alongside dedicated and professional staff in a large and highly successful multi-academy trust
•  Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff

The ideal candidate:

•  Has experience of SEND teaching across the primary age range
•  Has led school improvement initiatives and is committed to achieving high standards
•  Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in teams
•  Has a thorough understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

About Meridian Trust 

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. 

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - 

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays         

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. 

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th January 2025 by 9am  

Interviews will be held on: Week beginning 20th January 2025 (rolling interviews may be offered as applications are received so early applications are recommended)

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you have any questions about the post or wish to visit Histon & Impington Brook/Park Primary Schools, please contact Caroline Day - Recruitment Officer on 01223 491656 or cday@meridiantrust.co.uk

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.