SENCo and Teacher

The Methodist Church in Britain; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SEN allowance on top of MPS/UPS pay

Flexible working considered where?

Job summary

Dell Primary School in Lowestoft is seeking a dedicated SENCo to lead SEND coordination while teaching a class. The role combines two days of coordination with three days of class teaching, supporting pupils across the primary range.

The post requires an enhanced DBS, safeguarding commitment, and a Declaration under Childcare Disqualification Regulations, with pre-employment checks including social media screening.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check is required
• Not disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009
• Pre-employment checks including a social media search

Responsibilities

• Identify pupils' SEND across the primary age range
• Coordinate targeted support for pupils with SEND
• Work with staff, families and external professionals to meet individual needs
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children
• Teach a class and create an inclusive learning environment
• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching and learning
• Take responsibility for learning and development of pupils
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external partners
• Teach in line with Teachers' Standards and applicable pay & conditions
• Uphold high standards of professional behaviour and contribute to team ethos

Skills

SENCo coordination

Class teaching

safeguarding

Staff collaboration

Education

QTS

Job description

Permanent split post at Dell Primary School, combining SENCo work with class teaching, starting as soon as possible. The core work is identifying pupils' SEND across the primary age range and coordinating their support with staff, families and outside professionals. Three days go to SEND coordination and two to class teaching, and school visits can be booked before applying. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post needs an enhanced DBS check and a childcare disqualification declaration.

What the job involves

• Identify pupils' special educational needs and disabilities across the primary age range
• Coordinate targeted support for pupils with SEND
• Work with staff, families and external professionals so each child gets the help they need
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, following school policies and the staff code of conduct
• Teach a class, creating a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Plan and deliver high-quality teaching and learning that supports pupils' achievement, progress and wellbeing
• Take responsibility for the learning and development of pupils in your care
• Work with colleagues, parents, carers and external partners to meet individual needs
• Teach in line with the Teachers' Standards and the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document
• Uphold high standards of professional behaviour and conduct and contribute to the school's team ethos

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Declaration that you are not disqualified under the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations
• Pre-employment checks, including a social media search

Other

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

What’s offered

• SEN allowance on top of MPS/UPS pay
• Flexible working considered where suitable