SENCo and Inclusion AHT in Bristol

Little Mead Primary Academy is looking to appoint an inspirational, enthusiastic and talented SENCO to join us from September 2026 and play an active role in continuing our exciting journey as a school. This is a rare opportunity to join our dedicated, professional and fun team. The position has become available as the current post holder has been promoted within the Trust.

The school is in a great place with our systems and routines and is graded strong standard from Ofsted (2026) for inclusion, though there is still more to do to take us to the next level. Little Mead is a “joyful and vibrant place” where “pupils play, learn and laugh together happily (Ofsted 2026).” We are a primary school with the highest aspirations for every child. Our school, which includes a thriving Nursery, caters for all children from rising 3 to 11 years old. Compassion, empathy and a sense of belonging lie at the heart of our school and we are highly committed to working with families and the wider community to provide the best possible education.

With a superb site featuring a playing field, forest school, spacious playgrounds, drama and PE halls and a superbly equipped EYFS, we are proud to offer our students a rich and broad experience. Our team work tirelessly to create an inclusive environment where there are high expectations for all and where children are taught to be ‘on TRACK.’ We are proud to be part of Amplify Education where you will find plentiful opportunities for collaborative working on exciting and innovative initiatives.

We are looking for someone who:

• is a highly organised and effective practitioner, who understands the role SENCO
• is reflective and solution focused
• can work calmly under pressure and adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances/situations
• can support teachers with their practice and effectively signpost to appropriate provision
• has great communication skills and will work closely with our caring parent body
• can build strong relationships with our diverse pupils and range of needs
• has the highest expectations of pupil achievement and behaviour
• can work effectively as part of a team; understanding how to get the best out of themselves and others
• can motivate, inspire colleagues in an ever-changing educational landscape
• can continue the strong relationships with the local authority SEN department
• is keen to develop professional expertise
• is creative, flexible and can work to deadlines

We offer you:

• Sensible and successful systems, based on research, with a commitment to reduce workload wherever possible.
• A positive, warm and welcoming working environment
• Experienced, intelligent supportive colleagues
• Support, especially in the first term, from the previous SENCo whose new role is to support SENCOs across the Trust.
• Cross-Trust continued professional development opportunities
• A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within the Amplify Schools
• A setting where inclusion is prioritised and at the heart of everything we do
• Happy, well-behaved children in the heart of a tight community.
• Support from a new trust dedicated to helping teachers and therefore pupils thrive.

Closing date for applications: 18 June 2026 at 12pm

Interviews: 25 June 2026

Visits to the school are strongly recommended and can be arranged via the office. The school is a lovely place that thrives in the heart of Southmead.

How to apply: CVs will not be accepted. Please complete the school’s application form. A personal statement of no more than two sides of A4 should accompany the completed application form. In the application form and personal statement, you should demonstrate how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification. Please include specific examples, which support your application.

We reserve the right to close the selection process early. Little Mead Primary School is a part of the newly formed Amplify Education Trust and is committed to safeguarding all children. Successful candidates will require a DBS clearance and suitable references before commencing employment. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age.

Fluency Duty: This role has been identified as falling within the definition of requiring fluency in spoken English. You will be required to speak English with confidence and be able to conduct a conversation and answer questions for extended periods of time.

Safeguarding Statement: Amplify Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education’s ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ most recent Guidance. We ensure that all appropriate measures are applied in relation to everyone who works for the Trust who is likely to be perceived by the children as a safe and trustworthy adult. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, online checks, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job.