SENDCo
Stephenson Academy
mk14 6ax
- £39,556 - £51,048 per year
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- MPS4 - UPS3 + SEND Allowance £5497
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 14 May 2026
Job overview
Stephenson Academy is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our team in a specialist setting committed to ensuring every pupil can achieve and thrive.
Our school supports pupils with a range of complex needs including [e.g. autism, moderate learning difficulties, SEMH, communication needs.] The successful candidate will play a key role in leading high-quality SEND provision, ensuring that every pupil receives personalised support to access learning, develop independence and achieve positive outcomes.
As SENDCo, you will lead the strategic development of SEND provision across the school, oversee the implementation and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and work closely with staff, families and external professionals to ensure effective multi-agency support. You will also support teachers in delivering adaptive teaching and ensure that SEND provision aligns with the expectations of the SEND Code of Practice, the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework, and the national vision outlined in the Every Child Achieving and Thriving schools white paper.
We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable professional who:
Holds Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Has experience working with pupils with SEND, ideally in a specialist or inclusive setting
Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCo) or NPQSEND is willing to complete it
Demonstrates strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
Is committed to inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with complex needs
In return, we offer:
A supportive and collaborative staff team
Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
A welcoming school community committed to inclusive practice
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pupils with SEND
Safeguarding Statement
Stephenson Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and comply with the school’s safeguarding policies.
Interview date: Thursday 21 May 2026
Application can be completed on the following link : https://mynewterm.com/jobs/138253/EDV-2026-SA-04595
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About Stephenson Academy
- Stephenson Academy
- Crosslands, Stantonbury, Milton Keynes
- Buckinghamshire
- MK14 6AX
- United Kingdom
Stephenson Academy is a successful 80 place special school, which opened in 2012. It has a main site, which caters for 11-16 year olds. We have an associated independent sixth form provision for 16-19 year olds.
As a specialist academy we cater for students who have Education and Health Care Plans with an identified primary need of Social Emotional and Mental Health Difficulties (SEMH), many with associated challenging behaviour. Many of our students have additional special educational needs such as speech, language and communication difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and mental health difficulties.
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