This is an exciting opportunity for a SENDCo to play a key role in the life of our Primary School. Working within a small, caring and inclusive school community, you will combine high‑quality inclusive classroom practice with leadership of SEND provision, ensuring that all pupils are known, supported and enabled to flourish academically, socially and emotionally. Guided by our school’s Christian vision and values, you will champion inclusive practice, work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies, and act as an advocate for pupils with additional needs. This role is ideally suited to a reflective, compassionate practitioner who is committed to high expectations, professional learning and helping every child experience dignity, belonging and success.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Will be an effective and committed SENDCo, providing vision‑led leadership for inclusion, acting as a courageous advocate and ensuring all pupils experience belonging, opportunity and hope within our Church school community
• Is an inspirational, forward‑thinking classroom practitioner, committed to high‑quality inclusive teaching and learning rooted in our Christian vision
• Plans and delivers excellent lessons that enable all pupils to make strong progress and flourish, academically, socially and emotionally
• Holds high expectations of achievement and behaviour, championing dignity, respect and justice for every child
• Is a proactive team player, open to coaching, reflection and professional growth

We offer:

• An opportunity to take the next step in your career, taking on SENDCo responsibilities whilst working part time.
• A rewarding role in a positive environment.
• The opportunity to work in a team who are invested in growing the potential of others
• Ongoing professional development

How to apply

If you are someone who believes in the power of inclusive education, values every child’s potential, and is ready to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Please do take the opportunity to learn more about the role by viewing the detailed job description included on the following pages.  To apply please complete our application form and take the opportunity to share with us how your skills and experience meet the person specification in the job description.  To learn more about our school please visit: Kenn C of E Primary School

The closing date for applications is Thursday 7th May at 9.00am.  If you have any questions about this opportunity, or would like to arrange a time to visit our school please contact us via my new term or at recruitment@ivyeducationtrust.co.uk

Interviews will be held on Friday 8th May.

We are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our pupils, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education).  If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and references that are satisfactory to our Trust.  All posts in our Trust are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.  

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