SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator)

SENDCo (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator) - 2 days a week

St Martin’s School and Nursery

St Martin’s School and Nursery is seeking a passionate SENDCo (2 days a week) to champion the needs of all learners and join our caring, child-centred community.

Our children are curious, enthusiastic, and thrive in an environment where every individual is nurtured and supported to flourish. As SENDCo, you will play a vital role in shaping inclusive practice, working closely with pupils, families, staff, and external professionals to ensure that all children – including those with SEND – reach their full potential.

We are proud of our strong family ethos and inclusive culture, and we’re looking for a candidate who shares our commitment to high expectations, meaningful relationships, and tailored support. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about removing barriers to learning and who is confident in leading whole-school strategies for SEND.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee and develop the provision for children with SEND across the school and nursery
• Identify, assess, and monitor pupil needs, creating and reviewing high-quality support plans
• Work closely with teachers to ensure classroom practice is inclusive and ambitious
• Coordinate EHCP applications and liaise with external agencies
• Contribute to staff training and development in areas related to SEND and inclusion
• Be a visible advocate for every child’s right to succeed

We offer:

• Happy, motivated pupils who love to learn
• Small class sizes (maximum 18) for more focused teaching and support
• A strong, collaborative staff team with a shared commitment to inclusive education
• Independent school term-times (circa 17 weeks’ holiday)
• A forward-thinking approach to curriculum and inclusion

Whether you’re an experienced SENDCo or an aspiring one ready for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

For more information about our school, please visit the school website: https://www.stmartinsmillhill.co.uk/

St Martin's School is committed to our responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and endeavour to recruit staff who share this commitment through robust recruitment and selection procedures.

Schools are exempt from the Rehabilitations of Offenders Act 1974 and all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’, must be declared. Please note that providing false information is an offence and could result in your application being rejected or your dismissal from employment if you are appointed. The matter may also be referred to the police.

References will be sought prior to interview and referees will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, including any in which the penalty is time expired. We will also ask if you have been the subject of any child protection concerns and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure.

The following pre-employment checks will be undertaken as applicable: References, Occupational Health pre-employment screening, DBS check, Overseas criminal records check, Identity check, Right to work in the UK, Evidence of qualifications applicable to the role, Confirmation of registration with applicable registered body where applicable.