Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) With Whole Class Teaching Commitment

Old Moat; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Manchester is seeking a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) with Qualified Teacher Status and experience or willingness to pursue the NPQ SENCo. The role involves shaping the school’s inclusive education vision, overseeing SEND policy implementation, and ensuring support for pupils with additional needs. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a passion for fostering educational achievement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff team

Engaged, well-behaved children

Collaborative work culture

Qualifications

• Passionate and dedicated teacher with high aspirations for learners.
• Track record of successful teaching and raising achievement.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support, advise, and guide staff on SEND-related matters.
• Lead the development and implementation of SEND policies.
• Ensure individual pupil needs are met and progress is monitored.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

National Professional SENDCo Qualification

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full Time

Number of positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Qualified Teacher Status & either NPQ SENCo or willingness to undertake the NPQ SENCo
Start Date: 1st September 2025

Salary: M1 to M6 + TLR2a (£31,650 to £43,607+ £3391 per year)

The skills and experience we are looking for:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher and aspiring or experienced SENCo to join our team as a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo) to work closely with the Headteacher, senior leadership team, and colleagues to shape the school’s vision for inclusive education and contribute to the strategic development of our Special Educational Needs (SEND) provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic teacher with leadership potential who is looking to take the next step in their career.

As SENCo, you will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operation of our SEND policy, with a clear focus on raising achievement and supporting the progress of all pupils with additional needs.

You will be an inspirational classroom practitioner with excellent communication and organisational skills, and a deep understanding of inclusive teaching practices.

The candidate will preferably already hold or be working towards the National Professional SENDCo Qualification.

However, if not already held, the National SENCo qualification can be completed while in post, with full support from the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support, advise, and guide staff on all SEND-related matters
• Work in partnership with parents, carers, and external professionals
• Lead the development and implementation of SEND policies
• Ensure individual pupil needs are met and progress is closely monitored
• Maintain a teaching commitment with appropriate non-contact time

About the Candidate

We want to appoint a teacher/SENCo who:

• Is an exemplary and inspirational teacher with high aspirations for all learners
• Has a track record of successful teaching and raising achievement
• Promote children’s enjoyment of learning while ensuring high levels of achievement and opportunities for all.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Is committed to ongoing professional development and cultivating a learning culture

You will:

• Play a key role in the strategic development of our SEND provision
• Leading the review, development, and implementation of the school’s SEND policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support to staff and collaborate with families and external agencies
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with a deep understanding of inclusive teaching
• Be willing to complete the National SENCo Qualification, if not already held (supported by the school)

We Offer:

• A warm, friendly, and inclusive school committed to Rights Respecting values
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved children who love to learn
• A supportive, experienced staff team focused on collaboration and continuous improvement
• Strong commitment to professional development and innovation
• Opportunities to collaborate with a growing network of schools

About Us

To apply for this job role, please click the following link:https://www.northendenprimary.co.uk/about-us/vacancies

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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation