SENCO

Woodhey High School; Bury; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Career progression

Wellbeing support

EDI training

Lunch allowance

Healthcare plan

Employee assistance programme

Discounts

Job summary

Bury Church of England High School, part of the Bishop Fraser Trust, invites applications for the SENDCO role.

The post leads the SEN policy, coordinates provision for pupils with SEN or a disability, and offers a CPD and career progression path within a caring, values-driven environment.

Applicants should show high standards of communication, the ability to work under pressure and to line manage the SEND team, while upholding safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of SEN procedures.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the role's demands.
• Line manage the SEND team and contribute to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Determine the strategic development of the SEN policy and provision.
• Oversee day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordinate support.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, parents and agencies.
• Line manage the SEND team including the Assistant SENDCO and TAs.
• Fulfil professional responsibilities of a teacher as per national guidance.

Skills

SEN procedures

Leadership

Communication

Team player

Adaptability

Deadline management

Job description

Your Role

SENDCO

LEADERSHIP 1 - 6 £51,773 - £58,569

1.0 FTE

PERMENANT

REQUIRED ASAP

Bury Church of England High School, with its long and distinguished history, is proud to be a part of the Bishop Fraser Trust family of Schools, which provides a great opportunity to work closely with other Trust schools, sharing good practice and building on our ongoing progress. Our commitment to Christian values and our motto 'Let your light shine' guide us in providing a safe and caring community where every individual can flourish.

WE ARE SEEKING A PASSIONATE CANDIDATE WHO:

1. Is a great team player, friendly, professional and motivated to provide excellent customer service.
2. Has a passion for seeing young people thrive and achieve their full potential, having high expectations for students' attainment and personal development.
3. Demonstrates personal integrity and professionalism and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our students.
4. Has a detailed knowledge of SEN procedures.
5. Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role.
6. Is able to work independently, under pressure and to deadlines.
7. Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to form positive, professional and empathetic relationships with colleagues.

YOUR MAIN DUTIES WOULD BE:

1. Determine the strategic development of the special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
2. Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
3. Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
4. To line manage the SEND team including the Assistant SENDCO and the team of TA's
5. The SENDCO will also be expected to fulfil the professional responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document

IN RETURN, WE OFFER:

1. Continuous Professional Development (CPD): Access to National College training, subject‑specific CPD, leadership pathways, and mentoring programs.
2. Career Progression: Clear pathways for growth, from early careers to leadership roles. We use a 'touchbase' informal approach to focus on professional development as well as an annual career conversation with your manager
3. Wellbeing & Support: Leadership training focused on wellbeing, mental health resources, and staff networks.
4. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI): Commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, with ongoing EDI training and initiatives.
5. Automatic pay progression for teachers - we don't have performance related appraisals and pay reviews.
6. Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 days for all year-round support staff. This increases to 28 days after 5 years.
7. A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs via UK Healthcare.
8. 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
9. Benefits and discounts via UK Healthcare
10. Fantastic facilities
11. A lunch allowance for those colleagues volunteering to assist in lunchtime duties or activities

We reserve the right to close the recruitment early should sufficient suitable candidate applications be received.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.

CLOSING DATE

Wednesday 23rd September 2026 @ 9.00am

INTERVIEWS

TBC

Safeguarding Information

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.