SEND Coordinator (SENDCo) (Primary)

Our Primary School opened in September 2021 and currently has classes in Reception, Year 1, Year 2 and Year 3. However, each academic year the School will continue to expand. The School has an increasing pupil population with SEND. Therefore, we require a dynamic, innovative and enthusiastic team player to join our Primary team to lead SEND at our Primary School from September 2025. You must also have a passion for delivering the highest quality of education. 

Our School prides itself on teamwork and achievement. Candidates should have some pastoral and/or curriculum leadership experience in the field of SEN. You must be able to demonstrate a commitment to delivering high quality teaching and learning, while promoting and striving for outstanding progress and attainment for all. You must be a reflective practitioner who is able to accept advice and have excellent team working skills. The postholder will be required to provide PPA cover teaching across all year groups in the Primary School.

We are looking for an individual who has:

• Qualified Teacher Status;
• a record of good and/or outstanding teaching and securing high levels of pupil progress;
• a working knowledge and understanding of aspects of SEND;
• the ability to identify and devise innovative and effective intervention programmes for pupils;
• a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues, parents and outside agencies;
• experience of or a commitment to wider school responsibilities;
• can show the ability to plan, deliver and develop an exciting, broad, balanced and creative curriculum;
• ability to analyse, understand and interpret data;
• excellent classroom management;
• excellent interpersonal and organisational skills;
• a motivator by example of pupils, staff and parents;
• experience of leading, motivating and developing teaching staff;
• has the resilience to manage innovation, challenge and change;
• an appreciation and an understanding of a school at the heart of the community;
• The NASENCO qualification.

Robert Clack School of Science is one of the most successful schools in the UK and we are expanding to become the largest school in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and ambitious professional to join the dedicated teaching team within our school. 

Reasons to join us:-

·        Our Pupils: The exemplary behaviour of our pupils is always commented upon by visitors to our school. Our pastoral system is second to none, reinforcing the values and ethos of the school. Pupils understand the importance of mutual respect, compassion for others, discipline, hard work, high expectations and aspirations.

·        Professional Development: We believe in developing and supporting teachers and have been recognised for doing so. We have a Silver Award for our CPD from the Teachers’ Development Trust, Investors in People Bronze Award and we were voted the Sunday Times’ Best Public Sector Company ranked first for ‘Leadership’, ‘My Company’ and ‘Personal Growth’.

·        Working Conditions: Our pupils need the best quality teachers in the classroom and we support our teachers through minimal bureaucracy, supportive departments, pastoral teams and the leadership team.

·        Professional Advancement: We believe in training and developing teachers and the majority of our post holders trained at Robert Clack. A number are former pupils of the school, including the Executive Headteacher, who decided to return as teachers. If you are ambitious, motivated and above all an excellent teacher, there are plenty of opportunities to develop.

To view more information about Robert Clack School, please take a look at the school website. If you would like to apply for this position please refer to the Teacher Job Description, Teacher Person Specification and download the Teacher application form which is available with the TES. Please submit your completed application form via the TES or to: mbrown@robertclack.co.uk

CVs only will not be accepted. They will only be accepted if accompanied by a completed application form.

REQUIRED FOR: September 2025.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 8am on Monday 13 January 2025.

INTERVIEWS TO BE HELD: During January/February 2025.

Robert Clack School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants must be willing to undergo identity checks, checks with past employers, an online internet search and an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.