SENDCo at The Keys Academy Trust
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St Michaels 7 hours per week plus SENDCO allowance Crazies Hill 3 hours per week plus SENDCO allowance
About this Role
St Michaels CofE Primary School
Crazies Hill CofE Primary School
SENDCO
The Keys Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an experienced and passionate SENCo to support and lead across two of our school from September 2026.
Post: SENDCo - Part time (non-class based)
Location: St Michaels Primary School, Lower Church Rd, Sandhurst GU47 8HN and Crazies Hill Primary School, Reading RG10 8LY
Salary Range: MPS/UPS (M1-UPS3) plus SENCo allowance (pro rata)
Contract Type: Part time, Permanent – 7 hours per week a St Michaels and 3 hours per week at Crazies Hill
Closing date: 9am on 11th May 2026
Interviews: TBC
About the role
We are seeking to appoint a fully qualified and experienced SENDCo to lead and develop targeted provision for pupils with special educational needs across two of our high-performing schools. Both of which have supportive staff teams and wonderful children.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a highly collaborative and supportive team. You will work closely with senior leaders and expert educators, while also benefiting from being part of a wider Trust network of SENDCos and partners who share expertise and best practice. Together, you will play a vital role in shaping inclusive provision and unlocking the future for every child.
You will take strategic responsibility for the oversight and implementation of SEND policy and provision, ensuring the delivery of bespoke, high-quality support that enables all pupils to thrive and achieve their full potential.
About the successful candidate
You will need to have:
QTS with a proven record of excellent teaching to meet children's needs, both academically and socially hold the NPQSENCO Qualification/SENDCo qualification (essential)
A passion for providing all children with the best education possible
Experience with statutory systems and documentation around Education, Health and Care Plans and associated paperwork
have a good knowledge of safeguarding policies such as Keeping Children Safe in Education
Experience working with external organisations and agencies who provide services/advice for pupils with special educational needs
A clear understanding of high-quality teaching and provision for pupils with specific learning needs
Enthusiasm, ambition and a caring attitude
Ability to be a team player working as part of a team to ensure every child flourishes
High expectations of achievement and behaviour
A strong commitment to inclusion
The ability to develop and establish positive relationships with parents
Enjoy working in collaboration with SENDCo’s across our Trust network
And external partners to ensure best practice and the highest quality provision
The Keys Academy Trust offers:
A family of distinctive and high performing schools rooted at the heart of the communities they serve
Attractive pension scheme
Staff Wellbeing package
Welcoming, supportive working environments with a friendly team
A strong commitment to an investment in your continued professional development, including access to Career pathways
Options for flexible working
The chance to collaborate and learn from colleagues, as well as other schools
Delightful, hard-working and enthusiastic children
Families who are keen to work with the schools to support their children
As a member of The Keys Academy Trust, the successful applicant will have access to high quality professional development, leadership training and career progression.
Applications will be considered and interviewed upon receipt
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. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced criminal records check.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and welcome applications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status
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Contact Details
Jo Lambdon
0118 926 1657
HR@keysacademytrust.org
The Keys Academy Trust
Open Data obtained from: Department for EducationBerkshire
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