Part-time SENDCO needed (Mon and Tues) in Farnham

Inclusion Lead (Maternity Cover)

William Cobbett Primary School is a thriving school in the north of Farnham, Surrey with 510 pupils on roll. The school is set out over two sites which share a boundary and has excellent facilities and grounds. We also have a High COIN Centre with inclusion being an essential part of school life.

We are looking to appoint a part-time maternity cover SENDCO (Mondays and Tuesdays). This is a non-class-based role.

The Inclusion Lead will be an excellent primary teacher, with strong knowledge of supporting children with SEND across the primary age range. They will have accountability for meeting statutory responsibilities and monitoring provision for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and promoting good behaviour across the school with the ambition that all children make good progress from their starting points. Experience of Surrey LA SEND processes would be an advantage but is not essential.

Alongside the Assistant Headteacher (Teaching and Learning), the SENDCO will have responsibility for ensuring high-quality teaching across the school. The role is non‑class based, but will include some team‑teaching at times to model good practice to support training and development.

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), they will be involved in strategic planning and the operational management of the School. They will also have some line management responsibility for mainstream Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).

The school reserves the right to interview any suitable applicants prior to the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share in the commitment. As part of our safeguarding requirements, we will obtain references for all candidates selected for interview. The appointment is subject to medical clearance by the Local Authority and receipt of satisfactory references and any other checks deemed necessary. This school values diversity and has an equalities policy to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly, and that they are appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, disability, sexuality or age. A copy of our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy can be found on the school\’s website https://www.william-cobbett.surrey.sch.uk