Job Introduction
Start Date: September 2025 but could be negotiated for the right person
Contract Type: Part time, permanent, non-class based
St Michael's Church of England Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic committed professional to join us as a SENDCo for 0.3 – 1 ½ days per week.
The successful candidate will:
• Support with the strategic development of SEND provision in the school.
• Be highly knowledgeable in SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice (2014), and inclusive strategies.
• Complete Annual Reviews, Interim reviews and Emergency Reviews of EHCP’s in line with the SEND code of practice.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability.
• Oversee the looked after pupils within the school.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies.
• Advise on the use of school’s budget and other resources to meet pupils’ needs effectively, including staff development.
• Promote inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum.
• Leading and managing SEND support staff and the effective deployment of staff and resource in line with the headteacher.
• Lead on interventions that will support all pupils.
• Quality assurance of Teaching and Learning with a focus on SEND provision.
• Attend and review PEP meetings.
Our ideal candidate will have:
• Have an accredited SENDCo qualification
• Hold QTS or QTL’s
• Are passionate about education and inclusion
• Have leadership experience and qualities
• Are ready to develop their leadership skills within a school
• Can effectively manage the SEND provision in partnership with the Headteacher
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and further information and an application form can be obtained from enquiries@stmichaels.lincs.sch.uk
Closing date: 04/07/25.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, prior to employment.
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.
