SENCo

Location: Marish Academy Trust, Slough, SL3
Contract: Full time
Salary: M1-UP3, depending on experience

Are you an inspiring individual who can drive excellence and nurture an inclusive, positive school culture? Marish Academy Trust are seeking a dynamic SENCO to join our dedicated team and strengthen the support provided within we provide to ensure all our students thrive. This role is ideal for an exceptional teacher who is qualified and an experienced SENCO. You will be supported by an outstanding Trust leadership team who offer excellent opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, and guidance in a supportive and secure environment. 

About Us:
Marish Academy Trust is a supportive, diverse and ambitious Trust, committed to developing every child’s potential. We are proud of our inclusive culture, our strong community links and our track record of high academic achievement and pupil well-being.

The Role:
The role involves coordinating SEND provision, maintaining accurate records, analysing assessment data, and advising staff on inclusive and differentiated teaching strategies. The SENCO will work closely with pupils, parents/carers, external agencies and the local authority to secure appropriate support, including contributing to EHCP processes and ensuring smooth transitions.

As a member of the senior leadership team, the SENCO will support staff development through training and guidance, lead and manage teaching assistants, and promote an inclusive ethos in line with the Equality Act 2010. The role also includes a strong safeguarding focus, working closely with the DSL to support the welfare of pupils with SEND.

What We Offer:

·         A welcoming and supportive staff team

·         Excellent opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

·         A vibrant school community with engaged pupils and families

·         Commitment to staff well-being and work-life balance

·         A well-resourced school in an accessible Slough location

·         The opportunity to work with amazing children with fantastic behaviour and attitudes to learning

·         A supportive, friendly, and collaborative working environment

·         Outstanding career progression opportunities

·         Access to Employee Assistance programme

·         Competitive salary

·         Pension scheme

·         Free parking

·         Good local amenities

·         Easy accessibility, local buses and proximity to Slough and Langley train stations (Elizabeth Line)

·         Reward for 100% attendance

·         Free tea/coffee/hot chocolate

·         Reduced childcare rates for staff children who attend our schools. Flexibility about holiday and after school club provision for children who do not attend

How to Apply:

Please return attached application form to Alka Rajput at hr@marishandwillow.co.uk

Or apply via TES https://www.tes.com/jobs/employer/marish-primary-school-1002218

Closing date: 4th February 2026 @12:00

Interviews: Friday 6th February or Monday 9th Feb

Start date: ideally April or September

If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to invite you for a school tour.

Safeguarding Commitment:
Marish Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.
We are committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

You must already have the right to work in place, as we are unable to provide visa sponsorship or assistance.