Raising Standards Leader - SEND (Qualified SENCO)
The Telford Park School, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 1FA12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
11 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
29 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 1.0 FTE
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Leadership (L8 - L12)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Role Purpose
The Raising Standards Leader for SEND plays a pivotal strategic and operational leadership role at Telford Park School. As the school’s qualified SENCO and a member of the Extended Leadership Team, the postholder is responsible for ensuring that pupils with SEND, many of whom also experience significant disadvantage, receive high‑quality provision, uncompromising ambition and excellent outcomes.
This role goes beyond statutory compliance. The postholder will:
- Drive relentless improvement in outcomes
- Challenge low expectations at all levels
- Embed inclusive, adaptive teaching as standard practice
- Act as a key leader in the school’s wider improvement journey
What the school offers its staff
Wellbeing Support
Continuing Professional Development
Health Support
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Telford Park School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 680 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Telford Park School website
- Email address
- pjolley@aatrust.co.uk
- Phone number
- 01952 466176
Telford Park School, part of the Amethyst Academies Trust, is a coeducational secondary school located in Stirchley, Telford. We are committed to challenging and supporting every pupil effectively, aiming to maximize their academic success and personal growth. Our knowledge-rich curriculum is thoughtfully designed to be both challenging and engaging, empowering students to develop critical thinking skills and a lifelong love for learning. We value the development of well-rounded individuals with sound moral values, encouraging pupils to be respectful, tolerant, and responsible citizens. At Telford Park School, we believe in nurturing curiosity and providing a supportive environment where every student can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Arranging a visit to The Telford Park School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email pjolley@aatrust.co.uk.
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