Senco - Full-time/Part-time - Special Needs Position

Highsted Grammar School; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grammar school in Sittingbourne seeks a full-time SENCO to inspire and support students in a high-performing educational environment. The role offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work with a dedicated staff team. An enhanced DBS check is required. Early applications are encouraged.

Benefits

Private health care package

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Inspirational and experienced Teacher with SENCO responsibilities.
• Experience in a high-profile school setting.
• Strong focus on pastoral care and enrichment.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill SENCO duties with reduced teaching responsibilities.
• Support pupils to secure their potential.
• Inspire highly able and motivated students.

Job description

Overview

SENCO - Senco role available at Highsted Grammar School, Sittingbourne. The post is full time, with part-time consideration. Start date January 2026. Closing date for applications: 3 October 2025 at 12:00. Pay: M/UPR + TLR 2a. This is a high‑performing girls' grammar school role with a recruitment and retention allowance available for an exceptional candidate.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be an inspirational and experienced Teacher with SENCO responsibilities. The role includes a reduction in teaching to fulfil the SENCO duties and the opportunity to support pupils to secure their potential in a high‑profile school setting.

Benefits and Conditions

• a friendly, hardworking and dedicated staff team
• the opportunity to inspire highly able and well-motivated students to fulfil and exceed their potential
• a dynamic and supportive working environment
• opportunities for professional development
• a private health care package supported by Benenden Health Care
• a competitive salary commensurate with experience

Application Details

Please visit the school website to download further information and an application form or contact Tracy Field, HR Manager, for application inquiries. Website: www.highsted.kent.sch.uk

Email: [e-mail]

Applications are reviewed on a continual basis. Early application is recommended. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding requirements. The school is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Information about the School

Highsted Grammar School is a small girls’ grammar school (around 900 on roll, including 182 in Sixth Form) in Sittingbourne, North Kent. The school is a high‑performing establishment with a strong focus on pastoral care and enrichment alongside academic success. Ofsted 2023.

Job Contact Information

• Name: Tracy Field
• Address: Highsted Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4PT
• Telephone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]
• Fax: [phone]

Documents

Job Pack - SENCO (document availability on the school website).