SENCO Ref. TV14326

WMJobs; Walsall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Michael’s Church of England Primary School in Walsall is seeking a SENCO or aspiring SENCO for a permanent post from January 2027. The role combines teaching with around 50% non‑class‑based time and includes a seat on the Senior Management Team.

You will lead SEND policy development, coordinate interventions, oversee EHCP processes, and train staff. A collaborative approach with parents and professionals is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as SENCO or willingness to undertake NPQ for SENCOs.
• Ability to support and promote a Christian ethos within the school.
• Commitment to working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the school's SEND policy and provision.
• Manage day‑to‑day operation of the SEND policy and provision.
• Coordinate targeted interventions and monitor impact using data.
• Oversee EHCP applications, statutory reviews, and annual reviews.
• Provide professional guidance and staff training on adaptive teaching.
• Build partnerships with parents, carers, and external professionals.

Skills

Excellent classroom practitioner

Christian ethos support

Team player

Resilient & emotionally intelligent

Effective communicator

Education

NPQ for SENCOs

Job description

St. Michael’s Church of England Primary School

SENCO or Aspiring SENCO

Permanent from January 2027

Main Pay Scale 1-6 plus TLR2A

Our school has a strong family feel which is built on our Christian values and ethos. The behaviour and attitudes of our children are excellent, and we are very well supported by our parents and carers. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive community environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

You will work closely with our Senior Leadership Team, teachers, and support staff to champion inclusive practice across the whole school.

The role will include a teaching responsibility and approximately 50% non-class-based time. You will also be joining our Senior Management Team.

You will need to be:

• An excellent classroom practitioner.
• Able to support and promote our Christian ethos.
• A team player, committed to making a positive contribution to the whole school.
• Resilient and emotionally intelligent.
• A highly effective communicator who can build positive relationships with children, parents, carers, and external professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development of the school's SEND policy and provision.
• Manage the day-to-day operation of the school's SEND policy.
• Coordinate provision and targeted interventions for pupils with additional needs, monitoring their impact through effective use of data.
• Oversee Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) applications, statutory reviews, and annual review processes.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues and deliver training to staff on effective adaptive teaching strategies.
• Build strong, collaborative partnerships with parents, carers, and external multi-agency professionals.

You may be an experienced SENCO, or you may be willing to undertake the NPQ for SENCOs.

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with a living Christian faith.

We are committed to the protection and safety of our pupils.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and social media check.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.

We welcome visits to the school and these can be requested via email or by phoning the school office on: 01922 682309

Closing date for completed application forms is 1pm on Tuesday 6th October 2026 and interviews will take place on Monday 12th October 2026.