Senco - Part-time - Special Needs Position

More Park Catholic Primary School, West Malling

• Ref:KCC886-3745-113S
• Posted:24/09/2025
• Pay:MPS
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:28/09/2025 at 15:00
• Interviews:1st October

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We are seeking a passionate and highly organised SENCO, to lead the provision for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities across the school, following our Gospel Values and mission statement in the light and ways of Christ. Working closely with staff, families, external agencies and local authorities as well as engaging in relevant training and meetings within KCSP.

As SENCO, you will play a central role in ensuring every learner receives the tailored support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic development of SEN policy and provision across the setting.
• Oversee the day-to-day operation of SEN support, ensuring high standards and effective delivery.
• Coordinate and contribute to the writing and reviewing of Education, Health and Care Plans
• Work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to implement and monitor Individual Learning Plans and Intervention Timetables
• Liaise with families and external professionals to ensure cohesive support for each learner.
• Oversee assessments, reviews, and annual reviews in line with statutory requirements.
• Provide support and guidance to staff to ensure an inclusive education for all

We’re looking for someone who has:

• The National Award for SEN Coordination or working towards it.
• A thorough working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, an excellent understanding of the multi-agency process, and other relevant statutory guidance
• A working knowledge of the mainstream core standards and how they can be used to inform inclusive practice 
• Excellent organisation and communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ability to inspire staff and build strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• A proven track record of working with and supporting vulnerable pupils and students with a range of SEN needs
• Extensive safeguarding knowledge and experience from Foundation Stage to Year Six
• Experience of previously serving as an Improvement Champion, demonstrating a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive practice.
• Ideally a practising Catholic

Information about the school

More Park Catholic Primary is a semi-rural, one form entry Catholic school offering an ‘Outstanding’ Catholic Education and is part of the Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP).

Our school is a learning community where pupils, families, staff and governors work in close partnership. Everyone is welcomed and valued.

We are committed to fostering high expectations and developing the full potential of each individual so that they become life-long learners. We offer a broad, balanced curriculum delivered by a team of dedicated and caring professional staff.

Each child is supported and challenged to aspire to be the best they can be. Supporting our community with a breakfast club and after school provision, we pride ourselves on the nurturing atmosphere and Catholic ethos that is experienced by everyone who works in, or visits our school.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Nicola Knight
• Address:More Park Catholic Primary School, Lucks Hill, West Malling, Kent, ME19 6HN
• Telephone: 01732 843047
• Email: nknight@kcsp.org.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• SENCO Person Specification and Job Description