At a Glance
- Tasks: Transform lives of students with SEND and lead a dedicated team.
- Company: Thriving secondary school in Manchester with a focus on inclusivity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent CPD, career progression, and supportive leadership.
- Other info: Join a growing multi-academy trust with a strong commitment to staff well-being.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a forward-thinking environment that values diversity.
- Qualifications: Qualified teacher with NPQ for SENCo or in progress, plus relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.
Are you a qualified teacher who is passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for students with SEND? Would you like to join a thriving school in Manchester as the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator from September 2026? This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school and to transform the lives of young people, with a truly inclusive education.
This school is an Ofsted 'Good' Secondary serving a diverse community in Manchester, leadership have high expectations and clear policies in place to help students and teachers alike thrive!
If you are an experienced SENCo ready to take on a new challenge, please get in touch today! Please apply if you meet the below criteria:
- You must have completed or be working towards the NPQ for SENCo's.
- Experience in similar roles.
If you would like to find out more information or have a confidential chat in the first instance, please get in contact as soon as possible. Call/email Holly at Aspire People!
SENCo
- Permanent position starting September 2026.
- MPS - UPS + TLR1.
- SENCo - NPQ / NASENCO award essential (or already in progress).
About the role/school:
- Make significant contributions to whole school planning and development.
- Ensure that the school plays a vital role in ensuring pupils with SEND receive a first-class education and are prepared for their next steps.
- Develop and co-ordinate links within the school, the LA, and other external agencies.
- Lead a team of LSA/TA and HLTA's.
- Play a key role in the development of inclusion across the school.
- Secondary school in Manchester - excellent links to transport and on-site parking.
- Fantastic CPD and career progression support within the school.
- Excellent policies such as behaviour management with support from the leadership team.
- Part of a growing multi-academy trust.
- Fantastic support in place from SLT - focus on staff well-being and culture.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
SENCo in Manchester employer: Aspire People Limited
Join a thriving secondary school in Manchester as a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, where you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming the lives of students with SEND. With excellent CPD opportunities, strong leadership support, and a commitment to staff well-being, this school fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers educators to excel in their roles. As part of a growing multi-academy trust, you will have the chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a supportive environment.