Inclusion Lead & SENDCO (Part-time)

Teaching Vacancies; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Westways Primary School in Sheffield is seeking a part-time Inclusion Lead & SENDCO to lead SEND and pastoral provision, train staff and work with families and external agencies.

The successful candidate will hold, or be working towards, NPQ for SENCOs and QTS, with expertise in EHCPs, assessment tools and provision mapping, to raise attainment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold - or be willing to achieve - NPQ for SENCOs.
• Experience leading SEND and inclusion initiatives in a school setting.
• Knowledge of EHCPs, annual reviews, and assessment tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND and pastoral provision across the school.
• Train and supervise support staff; collaborate with families and external agencies.
• Drive high expectations and aspirational outcomes for pupils.
• Oversee SEND policy, safeguarding duties and DSL/CLA responsibilities.
• Coordinate provision mapping and accurate record-keeping.

Skills

SENDCO

Inclusion Lead

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Quality first teaching

Education

National Professional Qualification for SENCOs

Tools

Birmingham Toolkit

Sheffield Support Grid

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Governors of Westways Primary School are seeking a dedicated, inspirational, and innovative individual for the part‑time post of Inclusion Lead & SENDCO. This key strategic role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced school leader looking to progress within a large, high‑achieving, welcoming and diverse primary school.

The right candidate will lead SEND and pastoral provision, train support staff, and collaborate closely with families, external agencies, and the broader SENDCO network to drive high expectations and aspirational outcomes across the school. Applicants must hold - or be willing to achieve - the National Professional Qualification for SENCOs, possess relevant SEND experience, and demonstrate expertise in quality first teaching strategies alongside tools such as the Birmingham Toolkit and Sheffield Support Grid.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A proven track record of success as a SENDCO and Inclusion Lead, with experience leading initiatives that improve pupil progress and raise standards.
• Strategic leadership skills to work alongside the Headteacher and SLT to manage, train and appraise a team of committed colleagues.
• A collaborative approach to working within the SLT to monitor the quality of education and oversee provision for all vulnerable learners (including EAL, Pupil Premium, and CLA) to close attainment gaps.
• Up-to-date, working knowledge of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and assessment tools.
• Expertise in managing statutory SEND paperwork (including EHCP applications and annual reviews), provision mapping and accurate record‑keeping.
• The ability to oversee the day‑to‑day operation of the SEND policy while coordinating SEND, nurture, and pastoral provision across the school.
• The capability to develop our specialist hub provision and its curriculum for children with communication and interaction needs.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with a practical, hands‑on approach to modelling quality first teaching strategies for colleagues, supporting provision planning, classroom adaptations and leading pupil review meetings.
• A commitment to taking on the role of Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Designated Teacher for Children Looked After (CLA), ensuring child safety, protection and wellbeing are at the centre of all actions.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, parents/carers and governors.
• The ability to work collaboratively with external agencies (Local Authority, health, social services, voluntary organisations) and the broader SENDCO network.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities in a large, busy school environment, including coordinating timetables for support staff, visiting professionals, and external agency referrals (e.g. PIP).
• An innovative, research‑informed approach backed by energy, drive, integrity and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• A sense of humour combined with a strong team‑player ethos.

What the school offers its staff

• An outward looking school that puts the children at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• Respectful, kind and aspirational children.
• An inclusive school that celebrates, embraces and is proud of its diversity.
• Bespoke continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Support from an experienced senior leadership team.
• Time and support to ensure you are able to perform successfully in this role.
• Mutual respect and collaboration with staff who understand the value of teamwork.

Shortlisting: Thursday 26th November

Assessment centre: Monday 30th November

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.