SENDCO

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCO) to transform outcomes for every SEND learner within our school. We're looking for a candidate with a strong and innovative vision to significantly raise aspirations and elevate attainment for all students with SEND, ensuring they can fully access all educational experiences. Your passion for inclusive practices and your ability to inspire will be at the heart of this role.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Exceptional Teaching & Leadership: You’ll be an outstanding classroom practitioner with a proven track record, possessing drive to develop into an exceptional leader within our school.
• Strategic Vision for SEND: A clear and actionable vision for supporting SEND students. This includes expertise in identifying needs, developing bespoke interventions, implementing robust tracking systems, and fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous improvement across all SEND provisions.
• Comprehensive Key Stage Experience: The ability to confidently teach and lead across both Key Stages 3 and 4 and to understand the specific academic and pastoral needs of students at these stages.
• Inspirational Leadership & Collaboration: You’ll be a natural leader who can inspire, motivate, and empower students and colleagues to reach their full potential. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are key.

The Turing School is a thriving and supportive learning environment where we passionately uphold our core values of diversity, innovation, respect, and aspiration. We are committed to empowering our students with the resources, resilience, and skills necessary for lasting success while upholding our values in all that we do.

Teachers’ Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
Enhanced Maternity Pay
Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas, and restaurants
Access to training and development
Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
Cycle to Work scheme
On-site Parking

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack. Details are also available to download from our website www.theturingschool.org.uk.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager for an informal discussion at gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at or 01323 465700. Applications should be made via TES. Alternatively, completed applications should be sent to Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager, gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at or by post to The Turing School, Larkspur Dr, Eastbourne BN23 8EJ. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2). In accordance with current GDPR compliance, we will not keep any details/application forms on file once the position is filled.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure. Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.