Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENCO)

Prospectsonline; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 53,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodside Academy is seeking a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) to start January 2027. This role has no teaching commitment and will focus on SEND policy development and day-to-day coordination.

You will work with staff, parents and external agencies to improve learning, oversee SEND policy, and provide professional guidance. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment within the Leading Learners Multi-Academy Trust and clear opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• SENCO required with experience shaping SEND policy and provision.
• Ability to lead and support staff and coordinate with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Determine strategic development of SEND policy and provision.
• Coordinate day-to-day operation of SEND policy.
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, parents, and agencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Forward thinking

Education

SENCO qualification (preferred)

Job description

Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator (SENCO)

Required to start January 2027

No teaching commitment

Vacancy Information

Woodside Academy is a large primary school which is part of the Leading Learners Multi-Academy Trust.We provide a supportive and stimulating place to work and study, where every child can reach their full potential. We welcome all parents to take an active part in their child's education.

We are seeking to appoint a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO).

We are looking to recruit a SENCO who is committed to making a difference for children. Join us, and you will become part of a committed professional team, with great career development opportunities. You'll find motivated, well behaved children who want to learn, and an attractive working environment.

We need a SENCO who is:

Able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a range of staff to improve learning

Able to work in partnership with parents/carers and the wider community including external agencies

Able to determine the strategic development of special educational needs and disability (SEND) policy and provision in the school.

Responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEND.

Able to provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies.

Enthusiastic and forward thinking

Well organised and creative

There is no teaching commitment

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

A good sense of humour, enthusiasm and a positive, proactive attitude to their role

The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Closing date for completed applications:3:30pm, Monday 19th October 2026

Interviews: To be held w/c 19 th October 2026 following shortlisting

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.The successful candidate will have met the requirements of the person specification and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.