Sendco - Part-time - Special Needs Position

Phoenix Community Primary School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-3893-142T
• Posted:09/03/2026
• Pay:UPS
• Start Date:April 2026
• App Close Date:18/03/2026 at 09:00
• Interviews:31.03.26

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Phoenix Community Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, child-centred Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our Senior Leadership Team on a part-time basis (0.8 FTE). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about inclusive education and committed to ensuring every child can thrive, achieve and feel valued within our school community.

At Phoenix, inclusion, wellbeing and high expectations are at the heart of everything we do. The SENDCo plays a key strategic and operational role in championing the needs of pupils with SEND, ensuring barriers to learning are identified and addressed so all pupils reach their full potential. The successful candidate will work closely with staff, parents, external professionals to develop effective support strategies and maintain a strong culture of inclusive practice across the school.

This role offers the opportunity to influence whole-school practice and contribute to the leadership and development of teaching, learning and pupil support. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the SENDCo will help shape policy, drive improvement and support colleagues in delivering high-quality provision for all learners.

Working Pattern:  Monday–Wednesday (FT)  Thursday–Friday (am only)

Applicants must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• National Award for SEN Coordination
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and a strong commitment to continuing professional development in order to further develop the role
• Experience of successful leadership and management within a school setting
• A proven track record of securing strong pupil progress for groups of learners, including those with additional needs
• The ability to contribute to the professional leadership of staff teams, working collaboratively to secure high-quality teaching, effective deployment of resources and improved outcomes for all pupils
• Experience in using data and data analysis to inform planning, track progress and raise standards
• Clear knowledge and experience of safeguarding responsibilities and procedures relating to the protection and wellbeing of children

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in children’s lives and want to play a key role in shaping inclusive practice within our school, please refer to the attached job description, visit our website www.phoenix-primary.kent.sch.uk and arrange a visit by contacting Diane Hall dhall@phoenix-primary.kent.sch.uk.

Phoenix Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020, and therefore an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be required. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches may also be conducted on shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Information about the school

Phoenix Community Primary School is a one-form entry school situated on the outskirts of Ashford. We benefit from extensive grounds and a well set out modern building. The school is well resourced and, as such, is able to provide opportunities for children significantly beyond that of the National Curriculum. At Phoenix we pride ourselves in being a welcoming and safe environment for all of our community: pupils, parents, wider family, staff and visitors as well as a school that is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of its pupils. The majority of visitors comment on the warm, friendly atmosphere and the attractive environment.

As a member of the CARE Foundation Trust, we work closely with nine other primary schools in our local area. The school places a high emphasis on the Creative Arts. We have our own Music Studio where all children have weekly lessons with specialist music teachers and where subsidised instrument lessons are offered to pupils.

The school invests heavily in technology utilising iPads and desktops in our curriculum, which are used on a daily basis. Each classroom is fitted with a Clever Touch interactive board. Pupils also receive specialist sports teaching and our school supports the emotional well-being of pupils with structured pastoral provision.

The school has an extremely active Parent Teacher Association who support the school and its pupils across the year.

Within our school grounds, we assist our wider community with access to the Ashford Family Hub, the local Kent maintained library and a privately owned nursery which is not affiliated to the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our children. 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 Keeping Children Safe in Education. .

Job Contact Information

• Name:Diane Hall
• Address:Belmont Road, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9LS
• Telephone: 01233622510
• Email: dhall@phoenix-primary.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• SENDCo Job Description