Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENCO)

Our Lady of the Magnificat MAC are looking to recruit a Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENCO). This role will be based at Trinity Catholic School. This is a permanent and full-time role. The successful candidate will: be supportive of our Catholic ethos of the school have high expectations of all children have energy and enthusiasm with a positive attitude Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies The SENCO will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the STPCD While the SENCO will have responsibility for the oversight of provision for pupils with SEN or a disability, class teachers will hold responsibility for the day-to-day education and support of pupils within their classroom As we strive to become an employer of choice, not only will you be joining a progressive multi-academy company, you will also receive a competitive benefits package, which as well as salary includes: Health & Wellbeing employee assistance programme Family friendly policies Access to an excellent pension scheme Access to professional qualifications and training To arrange a visit to the school, or for an informal discussion regarding the post, please contact Mrs Mary La Spisa, Office Manager, via email: mlaspisa@tcs.magnificat.org.uk. Our Principal, Mrs Beth Sharpe would be pleased to provide further information. Closing date for applications is Friday 8th May 2026 at 9.00am Interview date : Wednesday 13th May 2026 Some of our roles attract a high level of interest and for this reason we review applications as they are received, therefore on occasions this means roles may close earlier than advertised; so early applications are highly recommended. We recognise that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to achieving our core mission, therefore we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications. We are also committed to being an equal opportunities employer and will make reasonable adjustments as required for interview. Trinity Catholic School part of Our Lady of the Magnificat Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS) and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, Medical Clearance and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be requir