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SENDCo

Kingsway Park High School

Rochdale

  • New
  • Expiring soon
Salary:
£32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (Actual) Plus TLR1A (£10,173)
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
September 2026
Apply by:
17 May 2026

Job overview

About this Role

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role within the SEND provision at Kingsway Park High School, supporting the continued development of an inclusive, ambitious and student-centred approach to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across the school.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Assistant Headteacher – SENDCo to lead and manage high-quality provision for students with SEND, ensuring barriers to learning are identified and removed so that all students can thrive both academically and personally.

At Kingsway Park High School, inclusion sits at the heart of our ethos. We are committed to ensuring every student feels supported, valued and able to achieve their full potential within a nurturing and aspirational environment. The SENDCo will play a central role in shaping inclusive practice, supporting staff development and ensuring students with additional needs receive effective, personalised support.

This role would suit an experienced and passionate practitioner who is committed to inclusive education, values strong relationships and is driven by improving outcomes and life chances for young people with SEND.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage provision for students with SEND across the school
  • Support the implementation and development of the school’s SEND strategy and inclusive practice
  • Oversee assessment, identification, intervention and review processes for students with SEND
  • Ensure EHCPs and SEND support plans are implemented effectively and reviewed in line with statutory requirements
  • Lead, support and develop members of the SEND team, including HLTAs and Teaching Assistants
  • Deliver and coordinate SEND training and support for teaching and support staff
  • Monitor student progress and evaluate the impact of SEND interventions and provision
  • Work collaboratively with families, external agencies and wider school teams to support student outcomes
  • Promote inclusive teaching approaches and adaptive practice across the curriculum
  • Support students’ social, emotional and mental health needs alongside wider pastoral teams

What We Are Looking For

  • Qualified Teacher Status
  • National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENDCO) / NPQ SENDCo, or willingness to complete within three years
  • Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and inclusive education within a mainstream setting
  • Experience working with students with SEND and coordinating effective support and interventions
  • Experience working collaboratively with external professionals and agencies
  • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
  • Ability to support, challenge and develop colleagues to improve inclusive classroom practice
  • A resilient, reflective and values-driven practitioner committed to improving outcomes for all students
  • Someone who believes inclusion and ambition should go hand in hand

Why Join Kingsway Park High School?

  • Opportunity to play a significant role in shaping inclusive practice across the school
  • A supportive and collaborative leadership and SEND team
  • A diverse, inclusive and values-driven school community
  • Strong commitment to professional development and leadership progression
  • Opportunity to make a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of young people and families
  • Excellent facilities and a positive working environment

To apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment page via the 'Apply' button.

Closing date: Midday on Sunday, 17th May 2026.

Interviews: Thursday, 21st May 2026.

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates. 

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About Kingsway Park High School

  • Kingsway Park High School
  • Turf Hill Road, Turf Hill Road
  • Lancashire
  • OL16 4XA
  • United Kingdom

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Kingsway Park High School was established in 2010 and joined the Altus Education Partnership in February 2022. We are now a very popular oversubscribed school in central Rochdale with 1350 students in Years 7-11 and 190 staff. We are very proud of the high-quality facilities, resources, and environment that we provide for both staff and students.

At Kingsway Park High School we strive to transform students' lives.  Through our relationships, we endeavour to instil both resilience and intrinsic motivation in order for students to become confident, creative, and highly skilled. This will provide them with the ability to meet future challenges successfully.  We strive to establish a culture rooted in achievement and progress that encourages our students to grow academically, personally and socially whilst also equipping them with the values of equality, fairness and openness. We pride ourselves on our relentless drive to achieve outstanding, high-quality teaching that provides a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment for all our students. This allows all students to realise their academic and personal potential and reach their aspirational goals post Kingsway Park High School.you have a clearer picture of what we are as a school.

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