At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead special educational needs provision and ensure inclusive support for all pupils.
- Company: Whitchurch Primary School, part of the growing Lighthouse Schools Partnership.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, wellbeing support, CPD opportunities, and discounts on retail.
- Other info: Join a supportive community dedicated to empowering future leaders.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and foster a positive school culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in special educational needs and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 51773 - 57137 £ per year.
Whitchurch Primary School are looking for an inspiring SENDCo to join our happy and successful school. Under the direction of the Headteacher, you will take a major role in formulating the strategic direction of our school, establishing high educational standards and ensuring that every pupil experiences an enriching school life. In your role, you will ensure our school delivers outstanding, inclusive provision within the SEND graduated approach.
Key Responsibilities:
- Promote a positive school culture built on clear rules and routines, maintaining high standards of pupil behaviour and staff professionalism.
- Lead special educational needs provision as SENDCo, ensuring the school fulfills its statutory duties and delivers effective support through the graduated approach.
- Fulfil the duties of Designated Safeguarding Lead and Lead Teacher for Looked After Children, ensuring rigorous compliance with all safeguarding procedures.
- Manage staff workloads fairly, oversee daily school systems and ensure financial resources are allocated appropriately and efficiently.
We can offer you:
- A fabulous working environment with children who really want to learn.
- A friendly and successful school.
- A growing school with dedicated and hard-working staff.
- A positive learning environment.
- Supportive staff, governors, parents and community.
- Collaborative working within our Trust community to support our endeavours to work smarter.
- Excellent CPD opportunities.
- Access to wellbeing support.
- 24-hour confidential helpline and counselling.
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle Scheme.
- Discount retail platform with access to hundreds of discounts.
At Whitchurch we have high expectations of everyone in our community and work hard to make the best possible progress in all areas of our learning; our nurturing community is built on respect, honesty and a culture of shared responsibility.
Our curriculum at Whitchurch is designed around the interests, heritage and aspirations of our children; we build on pre-learning and the strong commitment for education shared by our families. We are proud to complement our curriculum learning with a wealth of enrichment activities designed to enhance and enrich lives, to open children’s eyes to the exciting world that awaits them. We work hard alongside our families to empower future leaders and ignite a real love of learning.
The Trust: The Lighthouse Schools Partnership (LSP) is a Multi-Academy Trust which has experienced rapid growth since it started in 2016. There are currently 34 schools in the Trust. The Lighthouse Schools Partnership is cross-phase and includes Infant, Junior, Primary and Secondary schools. The Trust is a mixed MAT and includes both non-denominational and Church of England schools. We encourage you to browse our website for more information about the Trust: Lighthouse Schools Partnership - Home.
Closing Date: 22 June 2026
Interview Date: 03 July 2026
Early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should the School be able to identify an appropriate candidate.
SENDCo in Whitchurch employer: Whitchurch Primary School
Whitchurch Primary School is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where dedicated staff can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, wellbeing support, and a positive school culture, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children. Located within the growing Lighthouse Schools Partnership, staff benefit from a nurturing community that values respect, honesty, and shared responsibility, ensuring a fulfilling career in education.
