SENCO
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | MPS 1 £32,916 & UPS 3 £51,048 (Estimated actual MPS 1 £19,749 & UPS 3 £30,628) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | Maldon |
| Company: | TKAT (The Kemnal Academies Trust) |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3307 |
Summary
Job Advert
(Y)Our Opportunity
Are you an enthusiastic leader looking to develop your practice in a new environment?
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with special educational needs?
Are you an experienced teacher looking to take the next step in their career?
We are looking for a pragmatic and motivated SENCO with a commitment to inclusive education to join our supportive and
collaborative team. Working alongside staff, children and parents, as SENCO you will be an ambassador for the school
demonstrating a commitment and passion to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality
education.
If you are engaging with excellent communication skills and have a passion for community education, this could be the role for
you. As SENCO you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team who all share the same vision of achieving
more together.
The ideal SENCO will be someone who:
* Has experience and understanding of EHCPs
* Has an understanding of SEN code of practice & primary curriculum
* Is able to carry out 1:1 assessments and liaising with SLT and parent's/ guardians
* Can monitor teaching quality and pupil achievement
* Is able to undertake day to day coordination of SEN pupil's provisions through close liaison with staff, parents and external
agencies
* Is a great communicator, developing positive relationships with young children and adults
* Is committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
* Is passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as SENCO we can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About Maldon Primary School
Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially,
emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find
out more visit our website here. [https://www.maldon-tkat.org/]
To discover what makes Maldon so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01621 853409 or
email office.manager@maldon-tkat.org [office.manager@maldon-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
(Y)Our Opportunity
Are you an enthusiastic leader looking to develop your practice in a new environment?
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of students with special educational needs?
Are you an experienced teacher looking to take the next step in their career?
We are looking for a pragmatic and motivated SENCO with a commitment to inclusive education to join our supportive and
collaborative team. Working alongside staff, children and parents, as SENCO you will be an ambassador for the school
demonstrating a commitment and passion to our mission, ensuring every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality
education.
If you are engaging with excellent communication skills and have a passion for community education, this could be the role for
you. As SENCO you will be extremely well supported, working alongside a committed team who all share the same vision of achieving
more together.
The ideal SENCO will be someone who:
* Has experience and understanding of EHCPs
* Has an understanding of SEN code of practice & primary curriculum
* Is able to carry out 1:1 assessments and liaising with SLT and parent's/ guardians
* Can monitor teaching quality and pupil achievement
* Is able to undertake day to day coordination of SEN pupil's provisions through close liaison with staff, parents and external
agencies
* Is a great communicator, developing positive relationships with young children and adults
* Is committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities
* Is passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential
Investing in our employees wellbeing and career development is a priority for us, as SENCO we can offer you:
* Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust
* Coaching and mentoring from the academy’s experienced leadership team
* A comprehensive induction programme
* Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance
* The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change
* Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons
* Free eye tests
* Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to
financial help
About Maldon Primary School
Our staff team is committed to providing a secure, happy and calm environment in which all children are able to thrive socially,
emotionally and academically. We are a friendly and engaging school with strong connections amongst our local community, to find
out more visit our website here. [https://www.maldon-tkat.org/]
To discover what makes Maldon so extraordinary, please arrange a visit by contacting the school office on 01621 853409 or
email office.manager@maldon-tkat.org [office.manager@maldon-tkat.org]
About TKAT
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) is one of the largest Multi-Academy Trusts in the South & East of England with 45 Primary and
Secondary Academies in the TKAT Family. Our ultimate aim is to ensure we drive educational standards through the provision of
outstanding teaching, leadership and learning for all. Within the #oneTKATfamily, the shared and common purpose is to work
together as a community of schools to ensure that every child, whatever their background, receives a high quality education. We
place a high value on collaboration; ‘achieving more together’, giving staff the opportunity to come together and learn, ensuring
a shared sense of purpose across our network and by sharing expertise across the TKAT family.
We have a flexible approach to interviews and can offer a range of dates and times to suit your personal circumstances.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a significant number of applications.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this
commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full safer recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and
barring service check.
Flexible working
TKAT recognises the value of enabling our employees to develop their career and balance this with their commitments and interests
outside of work. In TKAT we promote flexible working practices and opportunities to promote a positive work life balance.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to
individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all
suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
Access to interview
Be Who You Are at TKAT - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the
recruitment process to enable you to participate as your authentic self. We want applicants to be able to engage with us in ways
that support who they are and we are committed to making adjustments within the recruitment process and within the workplace.
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