SENCO - Paulton Junior School

Bath and North East Somerset Council; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Paulton Junior School is seeking an experienced SENCO to join in January 2027 on a permanent, 3 days per week (0.6fte) basis. You will lead and coordinate provision for pupils with SEND, raising educational achievement and ensuring high-quality support across the school.

The role offers opportunities to collaborate with networks and professionals, with safeguarding at the core of practice. Interviews will be held mid-November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experienced SENCO with ability to lead and coordinate SEND provision.

Responsibilities

• Strategically manage our school's SEN provision, ensuring high-quality support and successful outcomes for all pupils, particularly those with SEND.

Job description

Please note this is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy.

An opportunity has arisen for a SENCO to join our fantastic team at Paulton Junior School in January 2027 to raise educational achievement by leading and co‑ordinating provision for pupils with SEND.

Paulton Junior School is a large junior school located in the village of Paulton (between Bath and Bristol) with 225 pupils on roll. Our mission to create a vibrant, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every pupil feels safe, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential. We encourage our pupils to be ambitious in their learning and resilient in the face of challenges.

The post is for a permanent, part time, 3 days per week (0.6fte) contract.

As an experienced SENCO, you will strategically manage our school's SEN provision, ensuring high-quality support and successful outcomes for all pupils, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

We offer:

• Friendly and enthusiastic children who have a love of learning at our school
• An inclusive environment where every child is known and matters
• A dedicated, talented and supportive staff team
• A strong ethos of high expectations and challenge for the whole community
• Opportunities to collaborate and work with other networks and professionals

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 14th November 2026.

Interviews will be held on: Thursday 19th or Monday 23rd November 2026.

Website: www.paultonjuniorschool.co.uk

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We follow safer recruitment practices and appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.