SENDCo

Salary: MPS - UPS - £32,916 - £51,048 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked) + SEND Allowance Working Pattern: This is a permanent position working 0.8 FTE, 39 weeks per year from January 2027 (or sooner if possible) Wilcombe Primary School is seeking an inspiring, motivated SENDCo to join our warm, inclusive and thriving community. Rooted in strong relationships with families, we pride ourselves on knowing every child well and working in close partnership with parents and carers to ensure the very best outcomes. Our ethos places kindness, respect and belonging at the heart of everything we do, enabling all pupils to flourish and feel valued. As SENDCo, you will champion inclusive practice across the school, supporting staff to meet diverse needs and ensuring every child is given the opportunity to succeed. You will be part of a committed team who believe in high expectations for all and who work collaboratively to create a nurturing, ambitious learning environment. This is a fantastic opportunity and key leadership role for a passionate leader to make a real difference within a supportive and forward thinking school community. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and senior leaders to ensure inclusive practice and excellent outcomes for all pupils; playing a central role in shaping SEND strategy, supporting staff, and ensuring high-quality provision that meets the needs of every child. About the Role As a Teacher, you will deliver high‑quality teaching and learning in line with the Teachers’ Standards. Your key responsibilities will include: Lead and manage effective SEND provision across the school Oversee the implementation and review of the SEND policy and provision maps Monitor the progress and attainment of pupils with SEND, ensuring appropriate support and challenge Work collaboratively with staff to develop high-quality inclusive teaching practices Provide training, guidance and support to teachers and teaching assistants Act as the main point of contact for parents and external agencies Lead multi-agency meetings and coordinate support for pupils Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and inclusion policies Analyse data to inform interventions, provision and school improvement What We’re Looking For We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled teacher who can bring positivity, professionalism and a strong commitment to children’s learning. A qualified teacher with QTS and the National Award for SEND Coordination Proven experience of delivering high-quality teaching, ideally at good or outstanding level Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, the Code of Practice, and effective interventions Experience of leading or contributing to whole-school improvement Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The ability to inspire, motivate and support both pupils and colleagues A comm