Deputy SENDCO

Greater Peterborough UTC; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Healthcare benefits

Free on-site parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Greater Peterborough UTC invites applications for a Deputy SENDCo to lead inclusion and SEND across a thriving STEM-focused school. The role works with the SENDCo and Assistant SENDCo to ensure timely and effective student support, APDR cycles, and coordinated interventions, helping pupils overcome barriers and reach their potential.

The successful candidate will join Meridian Trust and benefit from professional development, collaboration with experienced staff, and alignment with safeguarding

Qualifications

• Experience of SEND teaching.
• Understanding of the SEND Code of Practice (2015).
• Knowledge of the Graduated Approach (Assess, Plan, Do, Review).
• Understanding of child protection and safeguarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and co-ordinate SEND across the school.
• Coordinate APDR cycles and liaise with families, teachers and external agencies.
• Support pastoral and behaviour leadership through SEND perspective.
• Assess pupils’ needs and identify intervention programmes.

Skills

SENDCo leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Inclusion and SEND

Job description

Deputy SENDCo

Salary: MPS/UPS (plus TLR £3651)

Hours: core school hours plus directed time.

We have an excellent opportunity for an inspirational and enthusiastic Deputy SENDCo to join our friendly and forward-thinking team at Greater Peterborough UTC. The successful candidate would be instrumental in the co-ordination and leadership of inclusion and SEND and of supporting the leadership of pastoral and behaviour through the lens of SEND alongside the Assistant Principal.

The Deputy SENDCo will work alongside the SENDCo and Assistant SENDCo to ensure that provisions for students are timely and effective, overseeing APDR cycles, liaising with families, teachers and external agencies to ensure student needs are met. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to continue the development of our SEND area into an effective and supportive environment that matches their vision of how young people should be enabled to overcome barriers and fulfill their potential. This will be a fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning and progress.

The opportunity:

• To enhance specialist skills working alongside dedicated and professional staff in a large and highly successful multi-academy trust
• Lead and co-ordinate inclusive practise across SEND
• Through the lens of SEND, support the leadership of pastoral and behaviour provision
• Assess pupils' needs and identify appropriate intervention programmes, ensuring provision is targeted and impactful.
• Assist the SENDCO with the process for Exam Arrangements
• Work collaboratively with staff to co-ordinate support and ensure effective implementation of provision across the school
• Support children and young people in developing the skills, independence and confidence needed to prepare them for adulthood.
• Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to lead across SEND, behaviour and pastoral areas according to the needs of the school.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with pupils, families, staff and external professionals
• Vision, passion and confidence to manage and co-ordinate support for children and young people with complex and multiple needs.
• Can assess need, identify appropriate provision and ensure interventions are responsive, effective and outcome-focused.
• Has the leadership skills to co-ordinate staff and provision while maintaining a strong focus on inclusion and preparation for adulthood.
• Can adapt focus depending on the school's priorities and the specific needs of the pupils, whether that is SEND, behaviour, pastoral support, or a combination of all three.
• Committed to student achievement, with a mind set that all young people can experience success
• Innovative and inspiring, developing a love and passion for learning in young people.
• Experience of SEND teaching
• Thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice (2015) and other relevant statutory requirements
• Understanding of the Graduated Approach to responding to SEND (Assess, Plan, Do, Review)
• Has a thorough understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

About Greater Peterborough UTC

We are proud to be Peterborough's first STEM school, with expertise in STEM subjects, giving young people the chance to follow a unique and technical curriculum into higher education or the world of work. Our £25 million campus was opened in September 2016 and and rapidly established itself as one of the highest performing schools in the area. Our campus includes industry standard workshops and IT design studios, as well as specialist science labs and state of the art digital engineering equipment. We are the area’s leading educational establishment for the engineers, architects, scientists and designers of the future, specialising in educating the tech-savvy workforce required for the evolving modern world, in fact over 80% of our leavers continue to study or work in STEM.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: 22 November 2026

Interviews will be held on: To be confirmed

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.