Role:AssociateSENCO
Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/08/27
Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR3 (GBP 2,000)
Essential requirement: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Base: Kearsley Academy, Springfield Road, Bolton, BL4 8HY
Please note:the post holder will be engaging in regulated activity, working mainly or wholly with children. This position is exempt from the rehabilitation of offender’s act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Northern Education Trust (NET) is a charitable education Trust with a good track record for school improvement. The Trust sponsors 30 academies; 17 secondary and 13 primaries across the North of England in fourteen Local Authority regions.
We are looking to fill a position for a AssociateSENCO in our Academy. Our successful Candidate will work in close partnership with the named, statutory SENCO to lead, manage, and evolve the school’s SEND provision. The Associate SENCO will add vital leadership capacity to the department, ensuring that the school meets all statutory requirements of the SEND Code of Practice. For full details of the role, please view the Job Description attached.
Northern Education Trust offers:
The opportunity to work and progress across the family of schools, should you wish in the future;
The chance to apply for leadership roles in the Deeps structure taking on a whole school leadership project;
The support and expertise of Director of Subjects.
A full and detailed programme of support and development for all;
A further comprehensive programme of professional development, including leadership, provided through the NET Staff College.
Employee benefits
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the interview process.
The Trust is committed to considering flexible working requests.
The Trust is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All posts are subject to enhanced disclosure and barring service checks. We expect all adults to share our commitment to safeguarding and the health and wellbeing of our pupils.
For more information, please contact Alex Jukes Acting Business Manager, at a.jukes1@northerneducationtrust.org
Closing date: 23rd October 2026
Associate SENCO employer: Northern Education Trust
Freebrough Academy, as part of Northern Education Trust, is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and collaborative work culture. With a focus on employee growth and development, staff are encouraged to enhance their skills while contributing to a nurturing educational environment in the beautiful coastal town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea. The academy offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and the community.
