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Sapientia Education Trust; Attleborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy education trust in Attleborough seeks an enthusiastic SENCO and class teacher. The SENCO role is 0.6 and requires leadership in SEND provision, while the Year 1 class teacher role is 0.4 with a focus on high-quality teaching. Ideal candidates will possess outstanding communication skills and a commitment to improving outcomes for students with SEND.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive staff team

Access to amazing outdoor space

Qualifications

• Experience in leading SEND provision and coordinating teaching interventions.
• Understanding of the Year 1 curriculum.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision.
• Identify and assess pupils with additional needs.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of SEND provision.

Skills

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Passionate and reflective practitioner

Ability to improve outcomes for pupils with SEND

Education

Qualified teacher status

National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or NPQ for SEN

Job description

We are seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and experienced SENCO and class teacher to lead and coordinate our provision for 3 days a week and to teach Yr 1 for 2 days a week (Thursdays and Fridays). This is a very exciting opportunity to join Attleborough Primary School as we have recently joined Sapientia Education Trust, an expanding multi‑academy Trust with 13 Primary and 9 Secondary schools. The first six months of employment shall be a probationary period, and employment may be terminated by the Trust during this period at any time on one week's prior written notice. The Trust may, at its absolute discretion, extend this period for up to a further six months. During this probationary period, performance and suitability for continued employment will be monitored.

SENCO (0.6) – Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Identify and assess pupils with additional needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Work closely with class teachers, support staff, and parents to ensure inclusive, high‑quality teaching.
• Liaise with external agencies, including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and the local authority.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date SEND records, including EHCPs and provision maps.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of SEND provision across the school.
• Be a qualified teacher and hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or NPQ for SEN.
• Have a proven track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Be a passionate, reflective practitioner with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Year 1 Class Teacher (0.4) – Thursdays and Fridays

• Put pupils first.
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner.
• Have a thorough understanding of the Yr 1 curriculum.
• Have high expectations of all pupils and secure exceptional outcomes for all.
• Be optimistic, energetic, resilient and creative.
• Help drive our school forward to excellent future successes.

Our School Can Offer

• Fantastic children who enjoy school and strive to do their best.
• A dedicated, friendly and supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for working collaboratively with other schools in the Trust.
• Amazing outdoor space.
• A range of CPD opportunities.