Deputy Headteacher (SENDCo)

Southfield Junior School; Swindon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Southfield Junior School in Swindon invites applications for a full-time permanent position. Start date 1 January 2027 or sooner. Interviews scheduled for 6 October 2026. Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged to learn about our school community.

The post supports safeguarding commitments; a satisfactory DBS check, references, qualifications verification, and right to work in the UK are required.

Job description

Type of role: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: L8 - L12

Start Date: 1 January 2027 or sooner

Advert Closes: Midday 29 September 2026. Grove Learning Trust reserves the right to close the advert early, and interview prior to the closing date of the advert.

Interviews: 6 October 2026

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. We would be delighted to show prospective candidates around and provide an opportunity to learn more about our school community.

Safeguarding

Grove Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We therefore expect all staff and volunteers to work to and within school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, child protection and health and safety.

This post is subject to satisfactory references which will be requested prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical clearance, evidence of qualifications and verification of the right to work in the UK.