SENDCo

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Bristol, South Gloucestershire Contract Type:
Permanent

Hours:

Part Time Salary:
M3 to M6 - UPR Considered Posted:
16th January 2026

Start Date:

20th April 2026

Expires:
3rd February 2026 11:00 AM Contract Type:
Permanent

Start Date:

20th April 2026

Job :
1529951

Start Date:

20th April 2026
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Permanent
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St Stephen’s Junior School is looking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated SENDCO to join our friendly and supportive team in order to lead the provision for special educational needs across the school.

The role is a non-class based permanent post, and the start date would be 20th April (start of Term
5).. The successful candidate would work 3 days per week which can be flexible.

St Stephen’s is an inclusive school, and we are committed to the education of all pupils in our school, whatever their ability or their special educational needs. We believe that all children have an equal right to a full and rounded education which will enable them to achieve their full potential. We value a strong working partnership with parents and carers, to support children reach their true potential and achieve their best outcomes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing SEN and wider inclusive provision across the school, including supporting planning and implementation of interventions and strategies for SEN pupils, liaising with outside agencies, working with parents and carers, supporting teachers and monitoring day-to-day operations with regards to the SEN policy and provision. The post holder will also work alongside the Mosaic Partnership Trust Inclusion Lead and SENDCOs from other schools within the Trust and contribute to academy wide SEN policy and provision.

We are looking for someone who;

Has the skills, experience, knowledge and understanding needed to work as a Special Education Needs Coordinator (SENDCO)
Has high expectations and a desire to do a great jobIs passionate about achieving the very best for all pupils, supporting the highest standards of teaching, learning and behaviour

Is committed to working with parents as partners in ensuring effective provision for SEN learners

Has experience of training staff in impactful SEN strategies including whole class strategies and more bespoke strategies for those at the higher tiers of need

The ability to develop longer term strategic plans, deliver and evaluate them for impact

In return, we offer you:

An exciting, rapidly developing community of learners

Friendly and happy children who are eager to learn

A friendly and welcoming team of staff who work well together and are good fun Senior Leadership Team and board of Academy Councillors (governors) who are supportive and caring and prioritise staff wellbeing.

Excellent opportunities for further professional development for all staff at all career stages which includes opportunities to work with a range of colleagues, the Mosaic Partnership Trust and our external partners

Supportive parents/carers

We welcome visits to the school via prior appointment, please contact the office to arrange.

Closing Date for applications:
Tuesday 3rd February 11:00amInterview Date:
Wednesday 11th February 2026

Safeguarding Statement The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and all appointments will be subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS disclosure check.

Some roles may need to comply with the ‘Childcare Act 2006’ and the ‘Childcare (Disqualification) Regulations 2009’ where additional disclosure of information will be required.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:

St Stephen's Church of England Junior School, Soundwell is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### St Stephen's Church of England Junior School, Soundwell Part of### Mosaic Partnership Trust
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