SEN Teacher
| Posting date: | 01 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 13 May 2026 |
| Location: | Leicester, Leicestershire, LE6 0GT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 06e9bddc-8dd7-4d55-9dac-4efa59aee73c |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The SENDCO will determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the academy, with responsibility for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability. They will provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies.
[The SENCO will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay & Conditions Document.]
• Qualified teacher status
• National SENCO Award and/or evidenced SEND leadership experience
• Evidence of at least 3 years of high-quality teaching
• Evidence of successful SENDCo leadership role
• Ability to lead by example demonstrating highly effective classroom practice, which secured good or better progress for all children (SEND, PP vulnerable groups)
• In depth experience and knowledge of supporting SEND needs in an education setting
• Previous experience of working with SEND pupils over and above that expected of a classroom teacher
• Experience of sharing SEND best practice with colleagues
• Evidence of clear understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, graduated approach and current educational legislation
• Evidence of using assessment (including specialist diagnostic testing) to influence provision for pupils (including planning, teaching and intervention)
• Experience and understanding of multi-agency working
• Experience of monitoring teaching and learning to secure improvement
• Experience of monitoring the impact of whole school strategies and developing relevant action plans to improve practice
• Ability to analyse a range of data sets in relation to individual pupils and school wide trends and provide accurate reports to the senior team
• Experience of maintaining accurate and high quality records, ensuring timely distribution to relevant stakeholders
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Experience of building good relationships and providing high-quality support for parents
• Evidence of effective working with governors including SEND reporting and monitoring
What the school offers its staff
Elizabeth Woodville Primary School.
This post offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable SEND specialist practitioner to join our highly supportive team and forward-thinking staff. The role will include professional development opportunities which are tailored to you.
Elizabeth Woodville Primary School is a successful school with a strong track record of providing the best possible educational experiences for all pupils.
We pride ourselves on our ability to bring ‘learning to life’ by designing inspirational learning experiences across the curriculum, linked to current events and enriched by visiting experts. We ensure that children are at the heart of shaping their own learning and become well-rounded individuals, positive, resilient and prepared to embrace all the opportunities and challenges they may face in the future. Teaching and non-teaching staff are talented and dedicated; they work in partnership with supportive parents and a well-informed and committed governing body.
Further details about the role
A full application pack can be requested by calling the school office 0116 2876050 or email office@elizabethwoodvilleprimaryschool.co.uk
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.
The SENDCO will determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the academy, with responsibility for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability. They will provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies.
[The SENCO will be expected to fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay & Conditions Document.]
• Qualified teacher status
• National SENCO Award and/or evidenced SEND leadership experience
• Evidence of at least 3 years of high-quality teaching
• Evidence of successful SENDCo leadership role
• Ability to lead by example demonstrating highly effective classroom practice, which secured good or better progress for all children (SEND, PP vulnerable groups)
• In depth experience and knowledge of supporting SEND needs in an education setting
• Previous experience of working with SEND pupils over and above that expected of a classroom teacher
• Experience of sharing SEND best practice with colleagues
• Evidence of clear understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, graduated approach and current educational legislation
• Evidence of using assessment (including specialist diagnostic testing) to influence provision for pupils (including planning, teaching and intervention)
• Experience and understanding of multi-agency working
• Experience of monitoring teaching and learning to secure improvement
• Experience of monitoring the impact of whole school strategies and developing relevant action plans to improve practice
• Ability to analyse a range of data sets in relation to individual pupils and school wide trends and provide accurate reports to the senior team
• Experience of maintaining accurate and high quality records, ensuring timely distribution to relevant stakeholders
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Experience of building good relationships and providing high-quality support for parents
• Evidence of effective working with governors including SEND reporting and monitoring
What the school offers its staff
Elizabeth Woodville Primary School.
This post offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced and knowledgeable SEND specialist practitioner to join our highly supportive team and forward-thinking staff. The role will include professional development opportunities which are tailored to you.
Elizabeth Woodville Primary School is a successful school with a strong track record of providing the best possible educational experiences for all pupils.
We pride ourselves on our ability to bring ‘learning to life’ by designing inspirational learning experiences across the curriculum, linked to current events and enriched by visiting experts. We ensure that children are at the heart of shaping their own learning and become well-rounded individuals, positive, resilient and prepared to embrace all the opportunities and challenges they may face in the future. Teaching and non-teaching staff are talented and dedicated; they work in partnership with supportive parents and a well-informed and committed governing body.
Further details about the role
A full application pack can be requested by calling the school office 0116 2876050 or email office@elizabethwoodvilleprimaryschool.co.uk
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.