Job Introduction
SEND Coordinator required for January 2026
Salary: MPS+
Contract type: part-time, permanent
Hours: 0.2 (1 day per week)
Contact Phone Number: 01522 868287
Web Address: https://www.swinderbyallsaints.co.uk/
We are looking for a SENCO to work a day a week at our school. The Special Educational Needs Coordinator, with the support of the Headteacher and Governing Body, is responsible for inspiring and motivating the school community to develop effective ways of overcoming barriers to learning and promoting effective teaching and learning for children with specific needs or vulnerabilities. This is a key role for the school, and the successful applicant will be directly involved in driving the school forward.
If you have the skills, determination and experience to support us in raising standards then we’d love to hear from you.
The SENCO, under the direction of the Headteacher, will:
• 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 SEND
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
• The SENCO will also be expected to fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document.
• Duties and responsibilities Strategic development of policy and provision
• Have a strategic overview of provision for pupils with SEND across the school, monitoring and reviewing the quality of provision
• Contribute to school self-evaluation, particularly with respect to provision for pupils with SEND
• Build strong trusting relationships with parents and other stakeholders
Closing date: 18th November 2026
Interviews: TBC
Visits to our fabulous school are welcome and encouraged. Please contact the school office on 01522 868287 to arrange a suitable time. Please download an application pack from the school website https://www.swinderbyallsaints.co.uk/current-vacancies/
Completed applications should be emailed to: enquiries@swinderby.lincs.sch.uk
Swinderby All Saints School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barred List check and medical clearance.
Written references will be taken up at shortlisting stage prior to interview.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
