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Sendco - Part-time - Special Needs Position

The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust

  • Ref:KCC-F55-22-T
  • Posted:06/11/2025
  • Pay:MPS + negotiable SEN Point
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:28/11/2025 at 16:00
  • Interviews:Wk of 1-5 December 2025

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The Pilgrim School (Graded as Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted in January 2025) is looking to appoint an inspirational part-time (3 days - 0.6) SENDCo to work as part of our SEND teams in The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting children that need extra assistance, taking responsibility for the day today high quality intervention support for SEN pupils, enabling them to make good progress in their learning.

We would prefer candidates to have the National SEND qualification; however, we would support candidates working towards or wishing to work towards this award. The successful applicants will:

  • Make a valuable contribution to the offer that children receive at the school as part of the provision of high-quality teaching and learning
  • Work co-operatively with the Trust lead SENDCo and SEND colleagues in the Trust
  • Support teachers to raise the standards of SEN pupils thin their care
  • Have a passion for adapting a curriculum for all children to succeed
  • To lead the school community in using School-Based Plans
  • Have high aspirations for themselves and a commitment to further development.

The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust is a small group of Church Schools who have established excellent cross-school relationships to ensure that our teachers benefit from both the very best of remaining small whilst enjoying the support of larger collaborations. All our schools offer a rich range of well-resourced sites, well-behaved children, supportive parents and high-quality mentoring and professional development.

At The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust, children are at the heart of all decision-making. 

  • We offer 1 day a week support form the excellent Trust SEND Lead.
  • We actively encourage and support creative thinking;
  • We thrive whilst working together as an effective team;
  • Environments are second to none and stimulating at every turn;
  • CPD is tailored to your needs and those of the children;
  • Your efforts are noticed and appreciated;
  • Pupils and adults behave in a courteous and Christian manner.

All schools continually evolve in their drive for excellence. New opportunities, including career progression, are actively sought for all staff across the MAT. Collaboration with like-minded colleagues across the MAT is set up to provide well-being opportunities, networking, support, quality assurance and friendship. If you think you would thrive in this environment, then we would love to meet you.

Offer of appointment is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check and references.

We are an open and diverse recruiter who would love to welcome you through the door to look round our lovely school. Please contact the school offices to arrange a visit by contacting Office Manager Chloe Hewing by:

Telephone: 01634 975555

Email: office@pilgrim.medway.sch.uk

Information about the trust

If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, develop professionally and be part of a supportive community, we would love to meet you. The Pilgrim Multi Academy Trust is a family of Church of England primary schools united by a shared commitment to putting children first. Our Trust vision is captured in our strapline: "Learning is a Life's Journey; Children Should Travel First Class." Our Christian foundation is rooted in John 10:10, where Jesus says: "I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." This belief shapes everything we do. We seek to provide an education that develops the whole child - academically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. Our schools span the neighbouring local authorities of Kent and Medway, enabling us to combine the benefits of close collaboration with the personal touch of a smaller Trust. Each school has its own distinctive character and strengths: St Mark's Church of England Primary School is a joyous, welcoming rural school with strong community roots. St Margaret's at Troy Town Church of England Primary School sits at the heart of historic Rochester and serves a diverse community. The Pilgrim School brings together the best of both village and urban educational experiences. Rochester Riverside Church of England Primary School is our newest school, established to serve the growing Rochester Riverside community, and we are proud to support its continued growth and success. Together, our schools share expertise, resources and a commitment to excellence while maintaining the individuality and character that make each one special.

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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.