About this Role
Larkmead School are seeking a passionate, dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCO) to take a strategic lead on our SEND and inclusion provision. This position is to start from January 2027
Working closely with the Headteacher, Assistant Headteacher for Inclusion, teachers, parents, and external agencies, you will ensure that our pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) receive high-quality, personalised support and make excellent progress
Youwill also be joining a school that has a well-deserved reputation for itsinclusive and caring ethos. Our students are loyal and friendly and respondwell to teachers who are caring and who have high expectations. As ourlast Ofsted report made clear, "The school's caring ethos ensures itmaintains its high expectations, both academically and personally, while alsocontinuing to provide strong support to pupils."
If this sounds like the sort of challenge and environment youare looking for in your career journey and you feel that you possess thepotential to develop these attributes, then we very much look forward tomeeting you. You will be expected to fulfil the professionalresponsibilities of a teacher as outlined in the School Teachers' Pay andConditions document or any subsequent legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Direction: Oversee and develop the implementation of the school's SEND strategy, policy, and graduated approach (Assess, Plan, Do, Review)
- Provision Coordination: Coordinate day-to-day provision for children with SEND, managing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and statutory annual reviews.
- Staff Guidance & Development: Provide professional guidance, coaching, and training to teachers and learning support assistants to ensure adaptive teaching and effective classroom differentiation.
- Multi-Agency Working: Liaise effectively with parents, carers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and local authority professionals.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Track, monitor, and evaluate the progress of SEND pupils and the impact of targeted interventions
As the successful candidate you will have
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK
- A recognised SENDCO qualification (such as the National Award for SEN Coordination - NASENCO, or the National Professional Qualification for SENDCOs - NPQ SENDCO).
- Proven, successful experience working as a SENDCO or in a senior pastoral/inclusion leadership role.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory frameworks.
- Exceptional communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
- A genuine vocation and unwavering commitment to inclusive education
Larkmead is a happy, ambitious and vibrant school packed full ofenergy, opportunity and choice. Great teaching and learning across theschool are supported by our culture of research and collaboration. Eachstudent gets the very best experience to enable them to achieve theirambitions. Our pastoral care provides compassion, security andconfidence, nurturing students to be happy, to develop and to thrive. TheLarkmead promise sets out our vision, ethos and ambitions for students andstaff.
We offer:
- an excellent programme of induction and training which seeks to provide an excellent foundation for career progression
- a forward thinking environment which recognises the benefits of considering flexible working patterns
- a friendly, caring, supportive and collaborative team environment
- a professional environment dedicated to Teaching and Learning with a supportive, dedicated and hardworking staff
- Commitment to a positive culture and robust positive behaviour management
- A commitment to recognise previous, continuous service.
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
- A Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Eligible for Blue Light discount card
- Free parking
- Free Eye Care Voucher
Larkmead School is a member of the Cambrian LearningTrust. Cambrian Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff andvolunteers to share in this commitment. More information about thetrust can be found here: Cambrian Learning Trust - Home
Interview process
Shortlisting will take place shortly after the closing date,with interviews taking place on the 19th October 2026.
The interview process will include teaching a lesson and a panelinterview.
For an informal discussion about the role please contact RichardEvans (Head of School) via email on: [email protected].
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Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) at Larkmead School in Abingdon employer: Larkmead School
Larkmead School in Abingdon is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional development. As a Co-Headteacher, you will have the opportunity to lead transformative educational initiatives while working in a vibrant community that values innovation and excellence in teaching. With a commitment to fostering leadership capacity and improving student outcomes, Larkmead School provides a rewarding environment for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in education.
