Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) - Unity Academy Blackpool

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT); Blackpool; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking academy dedicated to providing exceptional educational experiences for all students. As the Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in supporting students' diverse needs, ensuring their academic success and well-being. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary within the Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale, along with additional benefits such as ongoing professional development and a commitment to staff wellbeing. Be part of a collaborative team that values integrity and resilience, and help shape the future of education in the Fylde Coast area.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD

Automatic annual pay progression

25% discount on Breakfast and After School Club

Membership of Teachers’ Pension Scheme

24/7 health support

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu vaccine

Travel discounts

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Experience in managing special educational needs in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed educational practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate support for students with special educational needs.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance student learning.

Skills

Special Educational Needs Coordination

Trauma-Informed Practice

Collaboration

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Postgraduate Certificate in Education

Job description

Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) - Unity Academy Blackpool

Academy: Unity Academy Blackpool

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Salary: Teachers Main/Upper Pay Scale, M1-U3 plus TLR 2c (currently £31,650 to £49,084 plus £8,279 per annum)

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 19th May 2025

About Unity Academy Blackpool

Unity Academy is an all-through school for children aged 2-16, committed to providing the best possible education for all students. Our curriculum ensures progression across all ages, with systems designed to support children throughout their journey. Our motto is ‘In Unity, we succeed’, emphasizing collaboration and collective success. We foster a supportive ethos, with staff development through deliberate practice sessions, underpinned by Trauma-Informed Practice and the Arbinger Outward Mindset.

Join Team FCAT

Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT), established in 2012, aims to ensure first-class learning opportunities across the Fylde Coast and Lancashire. With 10 academies and dedicated central services, our values of excellence, integrity, and resilience guide us. Learn more at www.fcat.org.uk.

Why choose FCAT?

• Ongoing CPD including Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset
• Automatic annual pay progression for all teachers
• 25% discount for FCAT in-house Breakfast and After School Club provisions
• Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) with employer contributions of 23.68%
• Modern facilities and 24/7 access to health support via Smartclinic
• Cycle to work scheme, free annual flu vaccine, travel discounts, and free eye tests
• Commitment to staff wellbeing through our Work and Wellbeing Charter

How to apply

Please visit our website to complete the online application and equal opportunities forms. The closing date is 9am on Monday, 19th May 2025. Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 21st May 2025. For questions, contact Karen Linney at [e-mail].

We are committed to equality, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff, and visitors, complying with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'.