SENCO / Class Teacher - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Vale View Community Primary School and Nursery, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-2531-177T
• Posted:26/01/2026
• Pay:UPS / MPS plus SEND allowance
• Start Date:20th April 2026
• App Close Date:23/02/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:25th February 2026

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Vale View School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SENCo to join our team. This role includes class responsibility for two days per week, alongside leading SEND provision across the school.  The successful candidate will work closely with staff, pupils, families, and external agencies to ensure every child with additional needs is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Vale View School is proud to be part of the Whinless Down Academy Trust that provides excellent opportunities for local children in local schools, run by local people.  We are a primary school only trust, based in Dover, Kent and comprises of Vale View, St Martins and Priory Fields Schools.  Collaborative working is integral to the trust approach, and we continue to support and learn from each other.  We are a friendly and supportive team that work together to secure the very best outcomes for our children through an exciting and engaging curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of our pupils.  We actively work to develop all of our staff at all levels and in all roles - fulfilling our true belief that learning changes lives.  

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the primary age range in line with the SEND Code of Practice

• Identify, assess, and support pupils with additional needs

• Coordinate and review EHCPs, class provision maps and personalised learning plans alongside class teachers

• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff, parents, and outside professionals

• Provide advice and support to staff to promote inclusive classroom practice

• Teach a class for two days per week, delivering engaging and high-quality lessons

• Contribute to the caring and inclusive ethos of the school

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Hold, or be willing to work towards, the National Award for SEN Coordination (NPQ)

• Have experience of SEND within a primary school setting

• Be a strong and reflective classroom practitioner

• Have excellent communication and organisational skills

• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

  We Offer:

  • A supportive and friendly staff team

  • Dedicated leadership time for SENCo responsibilities and a dedicated office space

  • A support network of SENCos across the trust who share knowledge and expertise.

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • Motivated pupils and supportive families

  School visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Information about the school

The safeguarding of our children is of paramount importance, and we are rigorous in our recruitment procedures. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, and references will be pursued. As part of our safer recruitment process, we will conduct an online search of all shortlisted applicants. The purpose of this search is to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet the safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE.

Please note, it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lisa Sprigmore (Headteacher)
• Address:Vale View Road, Elms Vale, Dover, Kent, CT17 9NP
• Telephone: (01304) 202821
• Email: sbm@vale-view.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01304) 202821

Documents

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• Job description and Person Specification
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