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Senco - Full-time

Knockhall Primary School, Greenhithe

  • Ref:KCC886-2092-174L
  • Posted:19/03/2025
  • Pay:L1-L4 (Fringe)
  • Start Date:September 2025
  • App Close Date:21/04/2025 at 23:45
  • Interviews:To be arranged

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Job title:                         SENCO
Status:                             Permanent      
Hours/ weeks:              Full time           
Grade:                             L1-L4   
Post Start Date:          September 2025                                                     
Closing Date:             21st April 2025

Are you passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their full potential? Do you have the expertise and drive to lead and develop inclusive practice in a vibrant and supportive school environment? If so, we would love to hear from you!

 

Knockhall Primary School are seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENCO) to join our committed team. As SENCO, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering high-quality SEND provision, ensuring that all pupils with additional needs receive the support and guidance required to thrive. Working closely with staff, parents, and external agencies, you will provide strategic leadership and drive forward our inclusive ethos. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils and contribute to the ongoing success of our school.

 

The successful candidate will:

 

  • Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the National Award for SEN Coordination (or be willing to work towards it).
  • Have experience in supporting pupils with a range of SEND needs across primary age groups.
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive teaching approaches.
  • Be able to formulate, implement, and review SEN Support Plans effectively.
  • Have experience working with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
  • Have a good eye for detail and be able to write compelling applications for additional support to the Local Authority and other agencies.
  • Be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with pupils, parents, staff, and external professionals.
  • Have the ability to lead and manage support staff to deliver outstanding SEND provision.
  • Be highly organised, proactive, and committed to continuous professional development.

 

If you are ready to take on this rewarding role and contribute to our school community, we warmly welcome your application.

Information about the school

At Knockhall Primary School, we believe in fostering a community where kindness is at the core of everything we do. Our school is not just a place for academic growth; it is a place where we nurture compassion, empathy, and understanding. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual feels valued and respected.

Inclusion is a cornerstone of our educational philosophy. We celebrate the uniqueness of each student, recognising that our differences make us stronger as a community. Here, diversity is not just accepted; it is embraced. We strive to create a learning space where everyone feels seen, heard, and appreciated.

Our school is more than just a building; it is a community of learners, educators, and families working together towards a common goal – the success and well-being of our students. As we embark on this academic journey together, let us build bonds that go beyond the classroom. Let us create a sense of belonging that extends to every corner of our school.

I invite you to join us in cultivating a culture of kindness, promoting inclusion, and building a strong sense of community. Together, we can make Knockhall Primary School a place where everyone feels welcome, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.

For more information about Woodland Academy Trust please visit the Trust website at https://www.woodlandacademytrust.co.uk/

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.