Position Overview
Required to start as soon as possible. Part time – 3 days a week.
Role and Responsibilities
The Governors seek to appoint a committed, experienced and enthusiastic SENCO with senior management experience. The SENCO, under the direction of the headteacher, will:
- Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school;
- Be responsible for day‑to‑day operation of the SEN policy and coordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability;
- Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies;
- Fulfil the responsibilities of a teacher, as set out in the School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document.
This post is not open to job share.
Safeguarding and Accessibility
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and, if successful, you will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.
As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and people with health conditions and making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.
Application Dates
Closing date: Monday 14th September 2026 at 12 noon. Interview date: Monday 21st September 2026.
Contact Information
Acre Rigg Infant School
Acre Rigg Road
Peterlee
SR8 2DU
Tel: 0191 5864437
Email: acrerigginfants@durhamlearning.net
Website: https://www.acrerigg-inf.durham.sch.uk/
Job Details
#VPRS/161
Company: Durham County Council
Salary: £32,916 – £51,048 (plus TLR 2A £3527) Pro rata
Location: Peterlee, Durham
Sector: Education
Job Role: Teaching Assistant
Contact Details:
Kirklees Metropolitan Council Recruitment Team
