SENDCo

To provide an exceptional, holistic and inclusive Quaker education, nurturing young people to flourish and therefore play their part in creating a better world.

We like to think that our SEND provision at Ackworth is incredibly unique and this requires individuals who aspire to deliver an outstanding provision.

The Autism Resource, part of Ackworth School; an all through day and boarding school from ages 2-18, is a purpose developed specialist provision, within the mainstream school. From September 2026 we will expand further to around 37 pupils with further plans towards over 50 pupils in the near future. Pupils are generally between the ages of 11-20 and places are always in high demand due to the success of the provision that we offer together with the benefits of the inclusive nature and not to mention the facilities of a mainstream setting.

The BRIDGE is a newly developed provision that sits within the senior school and supports SEND pupils including those with EHCPs. It is guided by the principles of belonging, respect, inclusion, diversity, growth and equality. It ensures that all pupils are supported to grow in confidence, develop resilience and thrive both academically and personally.

As a Quaker school, it maintains its ethos and traditions, and is still governed by the Society, although only a small number of pupils are from the Quaker tradition. The school is academically non-selective and provides an excellent range of facilities and extra-curricular opportunities. Our pupils are one of Ackworth's USP's. Visitors to the school never fail to acknowledge how amazing they are and how positive the encounter is.

An opportunity has arisen for a suitably experienced and skilled SENDCo to work alongside our three main teams, Autism Resource, BRIDGE and Learning Support. You will be working closely with the Assistant Head, Inclusive Learning to oversee the effective operation of the SEND Faculty, ensuring that systems, policies, and practices drive improved outcomes for pupils. The role includes leadership of whole-school SEND strategy, coordination of provision, and collaboration with staff, families, and external agencies to secure excellent progress for all learners. The role will line manage BRIDGE staff, the Learning Support Team, our Junior School SEND Lead and Dyslexia Tutor.

We are looking for someone who already has proven experience operating at this level and can manage the volume of pupils on the SEND register and those with an EHCP. There is a huge amount of support within the school to enable success in the role.

In return we offer:

·       a competitive salary (based on 34 teaching weeks) and generous fee remission of up to 50% for the children of our staff.

·       all food and refreshments during the working day.

·       free on-site parking.

·       flexible pension and health benefits.

·       a supportive and friendly environment based on the Quaker ethos of the school.

·       a committed parent community which plays an active part in the school.

·       a beautiful working location in an ideal location within easy travelling distance of the main centres of Sheffield, Leeds, Doncaster and York.

The working hours are 35 per week, Monday to Friday, term time only (34 weeks). The salary range is on our teachers’ pay scale and there is a responsibility allowance of £4089.

Please visit the school's website for a full job description.

We will only accept applications that are submitted on an application form. We cannot accept CVs. Forms are downloadable from the school’s website.

The closing date is Wednesday 11th February 2026 at 9.00 a.m. Interviews will be held after the half term break w/c 23rd February 2026

Interviews will be held week the week after.

For an informal and confidential discussion, please contact our HR department on 01977 233600. We are happy to accommodate tours prior to the closing date.

Applicants should read carefully the Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policy and our

Recruitment Process. Our recruitment privacy notice is also available on our website within “Working for Us”.

Ackworth School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all applicants will undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS and Barred list check with Disclosure and Barring Service. Applicants should also be in sympathy with the School’s Quaker ethos.