Trust SENDCo

Salary: £40,317.00 - £62,496.00 Annually (FTE)

SEN Allowance

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that children and young people with SEND receive high-quality support and achieve strong outcomes. Initially, the role will be deployed to support leadership capacity at Lyndhurst Primary School, before taking on a wider Trust remit.
Working closely with headteachers, senior leaders and SENDCos, you will:
Provide expert leadership and strategic direction for SEND.
Support schools in developing inclusive and effective practice.
Lead and quality-assure statutory SEND processes.
Coach and develop SEND leaders across the Trust.
Contribute to school improvement and inspection readiness.
Ensure pupils with SEND receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
We are looking for someone who:
Is a qualified teacher and qualified SENDCo.
Has a strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
Can lead strategically whilst remaining grounded in practice.
Has excellent communication and influencing skills.
Can build strong relationships with school leaders, families and external agencies.
Is passionate about inclusion and achieving the best outcomes for every child.
What we offer
A rare opportunity to shape SEND provision across a growing Trust.
Close collaboration with Trust and school leaders.
Significant opportunities for professional growth and development.
A culture committed to inclusion, ambition and continuous improvement.
The chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people.
How to Apply
For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
Closing Date:
Friday 23 October 2026
We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are therefore encouraged.