SEND Manager (Thetford)
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,516 to £31,540 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale G: £29,516 to £31,540 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£31,537 - £33,699 full time/full year equivalent) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2026 |
| Location: | Thetford, Norfolk |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Inspiration Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JAN20261537 |
Summary
Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale G: £29,516 to £31,540 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£31,537 - £33,699 full time/full year equivalent)
Working Weeks: 42 weeks
Start Date: March 2026
We are seeking a reliable, dynamic and responsible person to work as a SEND Manager at Thetford Academy. This is an important role at our school as the support and outcomes for our students with special educational needs are crucial. The post holder will be instrumental in developing SEND provision across the school in conjunction with the SENDCO.
What You’ll Be Doing
- To support the implementation of a broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum for students with SEND
- To promote appropriate provision for students with Special Educational Needs as part of the high standards for teaching and learning and achievement and progress for students with SEND
- To manage EHCP processes, including applications for needs assessment, annual reviews and consultations
- To lead and support the provision of CPD for staff to help them deliver interventions and support sessions in line with school/provider expectations as required
About You:
You will be someone possessing following skills
- Team leadership: Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team of SEND staff (TAs, LSAs, SEN teachers) to deliver high-quality provision.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with staff, parents, governors, and external agencies.
- Conflict resolution: Ability to handle sensitive situations calmly and fairly within a team.
- Coaching and mentoring: Supporting the development of TAs and teachers to improve SEND practice.
- Parent partnership: Building positive relationships with parents and carers through empathy and transparency.
- Multi-agency working: Liaising effectively with Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, CAMHS, etc.
Essential:
- Good numeracy and literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
- Experience of working with children with special educational needs
- Understanding of learning difficulties and strategies to support students learning
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
Desirable:
- Appropriate qualifications/significant experience of working with SEN Students
- Specialist skills/training in curriculum or learning area e.g. ASD, SEN, SEMH
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Thetford Academy is a remarkable place to work and sits at the academic and cultural heart of its community. Our pupils follow a curriculum designed to prepare them for future challenges while fostering a deep appreciation and understanding of the world. They are supported in developing strong values and habits that empower them to make meaningful contributions to their community and beyond.
Joining Thetford Academy means becoming part of a committed, supportive, and ambitious team. Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, collaborative networks, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. If you are passionate about education and inspiring students to achieve their full potential, this is the place to grow your career.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.
The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3-19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
In its 2025 inspection, Ofsted confirmed that The Thetford Academy has continued to provide a high-quality education, with excellent behaviour, a well-sequenced curriculum and impressive personal development opportunities. Pupils are proud to attend the school, feel safe, and benefit from committed staff and strong leadership.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Ilona Haye, PA to Principal (ilonahaye@inspirationtrust.org).
Closing date for applications: 12pm on Sunday 1st February 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 9th February 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Working Weeks: 42 weeks
Start Date: March 2026
We are seeking a reliable, dynamic and responsible person to work as a SEND Manager at Thetford Academy. This is an important role at our school as the support and outcomes for our students with special educational needs are crucial. The post holder will be instrumental in developing SEND provision across the school in conjunction with the SENDCO.
What You’ll Be Doing
- To support the implementation of a broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum for students with SEND
- To promote appropriate provision for students with Special Educational Needs as part of the high standards for teaching and learning and achievement and progress for students with SEND
- To manage EHCP processes, including applications for needs assessment, annual reviews and consultations
- To lead and support the provision of CPD for staff to help them deliver interventions and support sessions in line with school/provider expectations as required
About You:
You will be someone possessing following skills
- Team leadership: Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team of SEND staff (TAs, LSAs, SEN teachers) to deliver high-quality provision.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with staff, parents, governors, and external agencies.
- Conflict resolution: Ability to handle sensitive situations calmly and fairly within a team.
- Coaching and mentoring: Supporting the development of TAs and teachers to improve SEND practice.
- Parent partnership: Building positive relationships with parents and carers through empathy and transparency.
- Multi-agency working: Liaising effectively with Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, CAMHS, etc.
Essential:
- Good numeracy and literacy skills/GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
- Experience of working with children with special educational needs
- Understanding of learning difficulties and strategies to support students learning
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
Desirable:
- Appropriate qualifications/significant experience of working with SEN Students
- Specialist skills/training in curriculum or learning area e.g. ASD, SEN, SEMH
We offer:
- Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions
- Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs *
- Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). *
- Free parking at most sites
- Personalised CPD and development programmes
- A structured and specific induction programme.
*Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation.
About Us
Thetford Academy is a remarkable place to work and sits at the academic and cultural heart of its community. Our pupils follow a curriculum designed to prepare them for future challenges while fostering a deep appreciation and understanding of the world. They are supported in developing strong values and habits that empower them to make meaningful contributions to their community and beyond.
Joining Thetford Academy means becoming part of a committed, supportive, and ambitious team. Staff benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, collaborative networks, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. If you are passionate about education and inspiring students to achieve their full potential, this is the place to grow your career.
We are part of the Inspiration Trust, twice ranked as the country’s top family of comprehensive schools for pupil progress, and strongly believe in the importance of giving the widest educational opportunities to all young people, regardless of their background. We have strong networks across the Trust, with opportunities to work with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to offering excellent professional and learning opportunities for our staff, with a busy programme of continuing professional development courses delivered by some of the country’s best educational thinkers and practitioners.
The Inspiration Trust is a Multi Academy Trust, committed to delivering the very best educational experience for the young people of Norfolk and Suffolk, across 17 schools. We are ambitious for our schools and communities and want to create Britain’s highest performing federation of 3-19 schools and transform education in the East. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding.
In its 2025 inspection, Ofsted confirmed that The Thetford Academy has continued to provide a high-quality education, with excellent behaviour, a well-sequenced curriculum and impressive personal development opportunities. Pupils are proud to attend the school, feel safe, and benefit from committed staff and strong leadership.
If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Ilona Haye, PA to Principal (ilonahaye@inspirationtrust.org).
Closing date for applications: 12pm on Sunday 1st February 2026
Interview date: Week commencing 9th February 2026
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.