SENDCo from 1 September 2026

We are looking for an exceptional SENDCo to lead and drive inclusion

across the primary phase of the Aylsham Learning Federation. The successful

candidate will be passionate about making a difference, have a sound grasp of

inclusive practice and a deep understanding of how children learn best within a

consistent universal offer. You will have a proven track record of high

expectations for all learners and the ability to stimulate children’s interest

in learning, regardless of their starting point or barriers. As our primary phase SENDCo, you will be our strategic lead for

inclusion across the primary phase and will work in collaboration with other

ALF colleagues across the federation including our secondary school. You will

lead by example through your active presence in our learning environments. We

are looking for an expert practitioner who is willing to step into classrooms

to model and demonstrate best practice in action, providing hands-on professional

guidance to support and inspire the development of classroom systems, our

universal offer and best practice. You will design and embed a graduated

approach that empowers classroom teachers. Our SENDCo will work regularly with families showing understanding and

compassion and external professionals to best support all young people. You

will be responsible for the line management of our fantastic team of Learning

Support Assistants and work in collaboration with the senior leadership team to

ensure their effective deployment. You

will also plan, coordinate and support delivery of interventions across the

settings. We acknowledge the necessity for ongoing CPD for all colleagues in

relation to SEND. The successful

candidate will be integral in the identification, coordination and delivery of

this. Applicants must hold qualified teacher status and the National Award for

SEN Coordination (or be working towards it / willing to undertake the

qualification). The successful candidate will work with the senior leadership team and

attend SLT meetings, where relevant, to drive this inclusion and SEND strategy

and shape our vision for SEND provision. This is an exciting opportunity for

someone with a passion for SEND and Inclusion to further develop their skills

and leadership experiences across the primary phase. This post is being offered

either as 0.6FTE SENDCo which does not hold a regular class teaching

responsibility, or this role could be paired with a 0.4FTE KS1/2 teaching

responsibility if the successful candidate wishes to join our federation on

full time hours. The role will also hold the responsibility of Designated Teacher for

Looked After and Post looked after children, ensuring these pupils receive the

advocacy, support and high-quality provision they deserve.

At Aylsham Learning Federation we recognise that the educational

landscape has shifted, and mainstream schools are now the primary setting for

many children with complex needs. Our vis