Sendco - 2 Days a Week - Part-time

St Nicholas CEVC Primary School, Strood

• Ref:MED887-3102-23L
• Posted:25/06/2026
• Pay:MPS + SEN allowance
• Start Date:September 2026 or later for the right candidate
• App Close Date:16/07/2026 at 18:00
• Interviews:W/c 20th July

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About the Role

As our SENDCO, you will lead and manage SEND provision across the school, ensuring every child receives a high‑quality education and thrives both socially and academically. You will:

• Work closely with staff, parents and external professionals
• Support and develop colleagues who are eager to learn and committed to inclusive practice
• Collaborate with the experienced MAST SENDCOs to share best practice

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is a visible and proactive champion of SEND, confident in promoting inclusive practice across the school day to day
• Has a practical understanding of how to remove barriers to learning and can translate strategy into effective classroom practice
• Enjoys being present in classrooms, modelling approaches, coaching staff and working alongside colleagues to problem‑solve
• Is solutions-focused, resilient and positive when faced with the challenges SEND can present
• Is passionate about giving SEND pupils the best life chances
• Holds the National SENCO Award or is willing to undertake it with our support

Information about the school

St Nicholas CEVC Primary School is a growing and ambitious Church of England school at the heart of the Strood community. Having opened as a through primary school in September 2024, we continue to grow year on year and are excited to welcome our first Year 6 class in September 2026. Joining St Nicholas now offers a unique opportunity to help shape a school that is still developing and evolving, where staff genuinely have a voice and can make a real difference to the lives of our children and families.

At St Nicholas, we believe every child has the God-given potential to grow, shine and flourish into something great. Our Christian vision sits at the heart of everything we do:

“With faith as small as a mustard seed we become STARs, nothing is impossible” – Matthew 17:20

We nurture children spiritually, academically and personally so they become STARs by learning to Strive, Trust, Achieve and Respect. Alongside our caring ethos, we are deeply committed to high expectations, excellent teaching and ensuring every child achieves their full potential.

Our children are kind, enthusiastic and genuinely love being part of St Nicholas. Staff work hard to create an environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to do their very best. There is a genuine family feel throughout the school, supported by strong links with St Nicholas Church and the wider community.

Our recent SIAMS inspection recognised the strength of our vision and culture, stating:

“Leaders and governors create a culture where pupils and adults are known, accepted, respected and valued for who they are.”

We are incredibly proud of this recognition and of the warm, committed team we have built together. Staff wellbeing and professional development matter at St Nicholas, and collaboration sits at the heart of our practice. As a growing school, there are exciting opportunities to lead, develop and help shape future practice.

For more information, please visit https://www.st-nicholas.medway.sch.uk/

Job Contact Information

• Name:Katie Forghani-Ashrafi
• Address:London Road, Strood, Kent, ME2 3HU
• Telephone: 01634717120
• Email: headteacher@st-nicholas.medway.sch.uk