Deputy SENDCo

Overview

Role: Deputy SENDCo

Start Date: September 2026

Location: Cambridgeshire

Contract Term: Permanent

Salary: Competitive

A leading independent school in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Deputy SENCO from September 2026. This is a full time and permanent position.

About the School

The School empowers their young people to challenge themselves, to push beyond the boundaries of their own expectations and to achieve more than they ever believed possible. Pupils are described as self-confident and generous in spirit. Pupils are encouraged to take ownership of their learning and are provided with an extensive extracurricular programme in order for them to find and develop unique talents and interests. The School is a family community. Staff and pupils alike are part of a community that is vibrant, nurturing and inclusive.

Responsibilities

• Lead access arrangements and act as Deputy SENDCo in the senior section of the school.
• Provide strong communication with pupils, parents and teachers; build effective relationships.
• Support those with Additional Needs and Special Educational Needs with extensive experience in a school or college environment.
• Assist the Learning Support Department in helping all students understand themselves as learners, enabling them to achieve more than they thought possible.

Accommodation

There is possible accommodation with this role for the right candidate.

Application

If you have a passion for special educational needs and would like to teach at a caring and outstanding independent school in Cambridgeshire, please send your CV to Miranda or contact her for more information.

Safeguarding

Knight Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants for the post must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.