Primary School SENCO (Non-Teaching)
| Posting date: | 07 May 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 May 2026 |
| Location: | Leigh, Lancashire, WN7 5JN |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 67ad711a-966e-4ef8-a414-cfa6e0456a97 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Primary School SENCO (Non-Teaching) – 2 Days per Week
Location: Westleigh St Paul’s Contract: Part-time (2 days per week – days to be discussed), Permanent Start Date: September 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (pro rata)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator) to join SLT in our friendly and inclusive primary school. This is a non-teaching role, working 2 days per week, focused on leading, managing and developing high-quality SEND provision across the school.
You will play a key role in ensuring that pupils with SEND receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage whole school SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Identify, assess and monitor pupils with SEND
• Coordinate and evaluate interventions to ensure impact
• Work closely with staff to support high-quality inclusive teaching
• Liaise with parents/carers, external agencies and the Local Authority
• Ensure statutory processes (including EHCPs and reviews) are met
• Maintain accurate SEND records and contribute to school improvement planning
• Provide training and guidance for staff to support inclusive practice
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• National Award for SEN Coordination
• Proven experience working with pupils with a range of SEND needs
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills
• A commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners
• The ability to work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals
What the school offers its staff
We Offer:
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school family
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils
• A dedicated and hardworking staff team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development
Safeguarding Statement
Westleigh St Paul’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
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.
Primary School SENCO (Non-Teaching) – 2 Days per Week
Location: Westleigh St Paul’s Contract: Part-time (2 days per week – days to be discussed), Permanent Start Date: September 2026
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (pro rata)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator) to join SLT in our friendly and inclusive primary school. This is a non-teaching role, working 2 days per week, focused on leading, managing and developing high-quality SEND provision across the school.
You will play a key role in ensuring that pupils with SEND receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage whole school SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• Identify, assess and monitor pupils with SEND
• Coordinate and evaluate interventions to ensure impact
• Work closely with staff to support high-quality inclusive teaching
• Liaise with parents/carers, external agencies and the Local Authority
• Ensure statutory processes (including EHCPs and reviews) are met
• Maintain accurate SEND records and contribute to school improvement planning
• Provide training and guidance for staff to support inclusive practice
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• National Award for SEN Coordination
• Proven experience working with pupils with a range of SEND needs
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills
• A commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for all learners
• The ability to work collaboratively with staff, families and external professionals
What the school offers its staff
We Offer:
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school family
• Enthusiastic and well-behaved pupils
• A dedicated and hardworking staff team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and development
Safeguarding Statement
Westleigh St Paul’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
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.