Federation SENCO - Part-time - Special Needs Position

St Martin's Church of England Primary School, Folkestone

• Ref:KCC886-3149-92L
• Posted:05/11/2025
• Pay:MPS/UPS
• Start Date:Term 4 2026
• App Close Date:26/11/2025 at 11:00
• Interviews:TBC

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FEDERATION SENCO Position to work across Seabrook CEP School and St Martin's CEP School.

To commence Term 4 2026.

 Are you passionate about fostering inclusion and ready to make a significant impact? 

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to join our Leadership Team and champion inclusive practices across our federation. This is a unique opportunity to shape educational provision, nurture pupil growth, support staff development, and navigate the evolving landscape of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The successful candidate will:

• Bring a wealth of experience in cultivating inclusive classrooms and effective teaching practices that nurture all learners.
• Demonstrate confidence in assisting staff to differentiate and adapt their provision to meet diverse needs, fostering a supportive learning environment where everybody can thrive.
• Show strong leadership in preparing our school for the new Ofsted inspection framework, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Foster positive relationships with pupils with SEND, especially those with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, nurturing their confidence and resilience.
• Proactively support the effective deployment of additional adults to enhance pupil outcomes, ensuring every child receives the nurturing support they require.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of the new Kent SEND funding model and support strategic planning and implementation, ensuring resources are used effectively to nurture pupil success.
• Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (or be in the process of obtaining it).
• Be a trained Mental Health Lead (or willing to undertake the DfE-funded training as part of the role) to nurture the emotional well-being of our pupils.
• Commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children in accordance with KCSIE 2025, creating a nurturing and secure environment for learning.

We offer:

• A collaborative school culture grounded in inclusion, nurturing, and high expectations.
• A supportive Leadership Team dedicated to continuous improvement and professional development.
• Opportunities to work alongside our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on strategic SEND initiatives that prioritise nurturing every child’s potential.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in our federation that values every child’s right to succeed.
• Access to high-quality Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and leadership advancement.
• A warm, welcoming community with a strong sense of purpose, committed to nurturing the growth of both pupils and staff where everyone feels valued.

This position requires the successful candidate to work across Seabrook and St Martin's Primary Schools and is for 3 and half days. Candidates can apply either via the Seabrook or the St Martin's Kent Teach advert.

Start Date February 2026

Information about the school

St Martin's Church of England Primary School is situated in a coastal setting in Folkestone. St Martin's is an outstanding half form entry school and enjoys excellent links with the local church, St Martin's, and the surrounding community. . The school has 7 classes, each with an average size of 30 children. St Martin's CEP School works closely with it's sister school Seabrook CEP School which it federated with in 2017. The schools share an Executive Headteacher and a leadership team that work across both sites. There are excellent working relationships across the federation which enable staff, children and families to work in partnership to support the education of the children. We are a very happy school where all are valued. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all the children and staff. For further information please contact the Executive Headteacher, Mrs E Carter.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs LIz Carter
• Address:Horn Street, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 3JJ
• Telephone: (01303) 238888
• Email: office@st-martins-folkestone.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01303) 268850

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Child Protection Policy
• Job description and specification