SENDCO
| Posting date: | 17 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 February 2026 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7BT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 23b59da2-322f-4564-b472-65f267d7dfed |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the strategic development of SEND provision across West Park School.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and support of pupils with SEND.
• Line‑manage and nurture a skilled team of support staff.
• Work closely with teachers to ensure inclusive, adaptive classroom practice.
• Coordinate EHCP processes, annual reviews, and communication with external agencies.
• Monitor the progress of SEND learners and use data to guide effective intervention.
• Contribute to whole‑school CPD and champion inclusive practice.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the wider community, reflecting the values of the West Park family.
• Model and promote Hard Work, Achievement, Resilience and Kindness in every aspect of the role.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (or is willing to work towards it).
• Has a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current educational developments.
• Communicates with warmth, clarity, and empathy.
• Builds trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.
• Brings resilience, optimism, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every young person.
• Embodies our values of Hard Work, Achievement, Resilience and Kindness.
What the school offers its staff
West Park School is a vibrant, inclusive community where every young person is known, supported, and encouraged to be the very best version of themselves. We are proud of our reputation for academic excellence, exceptional pastoral care, and the strong relationships that sit at the heart of our work.
What truly defines us is the West Park family — a community built on trust, belonging, and shared purpose. Our core values of Hard Work, Achievement, Resilience and Kindness guide everything we do. They shape how we treat one another, how we face challenges, and how we celebrate success. We are deeply connected to our local community and work closely with families and partners to ensure every pupil feels supported both in and beyond school.
We are now looking for a compassionate, dedicated SENDCO who will help us continue to nurture an environment where every child can thrive.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the strategic development of SEND provision across West Park School.
• Oversee the identification, assessment, and support of pupils with SEND.
• Line‑manage and nurture a skilled team of support staff.
• Work closely with teachers to ensure inclusive, adaptive classroom practice.
• Coordinate EHCP processes, annual reviews, and communication with external agencies.
• Monitor the progress of SEND learners and use data to guide effective intervention.
• Contribute to whole‑school CPD and champion inclusive practice.
• Build strong partnerships with families and the wider community, reflecting the values of the West Park family.
• Model and promote Hard Work, Achievement, Resilience and Kindness in every aspect of the role.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
• Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (or is willing to work towards it).
• Has a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current educational developments.
• Communicates with warmth, clarity, and empathy.
• Builds trusting relationships with pupils, families, and colleagues.
• Brings resilience, optimism, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Believes wholeheartedly in the potential of every young person.
• Embodies our values of Hard Work, Achievement, Resilience and Kindness.
What the school offers its staff
West Park School is a vibrant, inclusive community where every young person is known, supported, and encouraged to be the very best version of themselves. We are proud of our reputation for academic excellence, exceptional pastoral care, and the strong relationships that sit at the heart of our work.
What truly defines us is the West Park family — a community built on trust, belonging, and shared purpose. Our core values of Hard Work, Achievement, Resilience and Kindness guide everything we do. They shape how we treat one another, how we face challenges, and how we celebrate success. We are deeply connected to our local community and work closely with families and partners to ensure every pupil feels supported both in and beyond school.
We are now looking for a compassionate, dedicated SENDCO who will help us continue to nurture an environment where every child can thrive.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.