SENCo

Teaching Vacancies; Greenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greenham is seeking a proactive SENCo to oversee special educational needs and inclusion practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for supporting students with additional needs. Responsibilities include managing high-quality SEN provision, coaching colleagues on inclusive teaching, and maintaining compliance with policies. The role offers a supportive community and a commitment to professional development. Applications are encouraged before the closing date of 22nd January 2026.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Friendly work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting pupils with special educational needs.
• Ability to develop and promote inclusive practices in education.
• Strong leadership skills to manage SEN provision.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEN provision for excellent learning outcomes.
• Support colleagues in enhancing inclusive teaching methods.
• Ensure compliance with records, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Inclusive teaching practices

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Coaching and support

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The SENCo will play a key role in promoting and overseeing high standards of teaching, learning, and pupil achievement through effective inclusion practices. This includes supporting pupils with special educational needs, those for whom English is an additional language, and others in vulnerable groups (e.g., Pupil Premium, Looked After Children, Forces children, Ever 6, or any identified at-risk groups).

Working closely with the Headteacher and senior leadership team, the SENCo will contribute to the strategic development and day‑to‑day operation of the school’s Special Educational Needs (SEN) and inclusion policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing high‑quality SEN provision that enables excellent learning outcomes for all pupils.
• Modelling effective teaching practices, coaching and supporting colleagues to enhance inclusive teaching across the school.
• Ensuring compliance by maintaining up-to-date records, policies, and procedures related to SEN and inclusion.
• Developing and promoting inclusive practices to uphold the highest standards of pupil achievement.

This role requires a proactive, strategic thinker who can inspire and support colleagues while ensuring the school’s inclusive practices meet the needs of all pupils.

If you have a passion for SEND and are interested in this exciting opportunity we are happy to discuss the position with you further. Please contact Office Manager Lisa Leitch on 01344621112.

Closing Date for applications: Thursday 22nd January 2026, midday

Interview Date: Monday 26th January, time TBC

Prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate. The school also reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date should a suitable candidate apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

We seek to ensure that all our staff feel valued, supported and enjoy exceptional professional development opportunities.

What the school offers its staff

Cheapside offers a welcoming, professional and friendly culture, supportive parents and enthusiastic children. Leaders are proactive in prioritising the wellbeing and development of the whole school community.

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

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.