15 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    ASAP

  • Closing date

    5 June 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    21 May 2026

Job details

Job role

  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary

Main / UPS dependant on experience + TLR2.2 + R&R of £4,400 per annum

SENCO/Class Teacher job summary

Walton-le-Dale is a very distinctive school. Many visitors comment on the warmth and friendliness and the strong relationships between students and staff. Our smaller size allows us to see each child as an individual and to cater for them individually. This is, and will continue to be, a student-centred school. Everything we do must have the interests of our students at the heart of it. In order to make the best provision for our students we recruit and develop exceptional staff.

The successful candidate will:  

  • This is a key post which is focused on the strategic development and implementation of SEN policy within the school and the co-ordination of provision for students. 
  • The role also involves the responsibility for provision for looked-after and previously looked-after children. Leadership of the learning support team, the provision of training and information for staff and extensive communication with parents, carers and outside agencies will be aspects of this role, as will be ensuring that all statutory documentation is completed.
  • They will uphold the school’s core values — Belong, Explore, Excel — and lead by example in creating a positive, aspirational, and collaborative school culture.
  •  Please read the job description for a detailed account of the responsibilities of this role.


Why work at Walton-le-Dale? will:  

Everyone who applies to work with us does so because of the ethos of the school. We trust staff, whatever their role, to do their very best for our students and we focus on individual professional development as the best way to develop exceptional provision.


In addition, you will:

  • Be highly emotionally intelligent and empathetic, demonstrating genuine care for each individual while holding themselves and others to the highest possible standards.
  • Show initiative and independence in their work, proactively identifying and resolving issues to support the smooth running of the school.
  • Combine commitment, flexibility, integrity, and a strong work ethic with a sense of humour and a healthy work-life balance.
  • Work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative, non-hierarchical team, contributing to a supportive and professional environment.
  • Uphold loyalty and confidentiality as a trusted member of the team, while engaging constructively in dialogue to ensure the best outcomes for students and staff.
  • Communicate openly, honestly, and transparently with colleagues and students.
  • Be intellectually curious and engaged with ideas that improve educational practice and operational efficiency.
  • Manage time and workload effectively, using initiative to prioritise and complete a variety of tasks swiftly and efficiently in a dynamic school environment.


We are looking for the right person to join our team as soon as possible. Because of this, we will be reviewing applications as they arrive and reserve the right to interview and appoint before the advertised closing date. If you are interested in this role, we encourage you to apply early!


Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Walton-le-Dale is committed to the safeguarding of all students. The successful candidate will be required to undertake the Enhanced Disclosure process via the DBS.
Please consult the application pack for further information, available at www.waltonledale.lancs.sch.uk

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

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About Walton-le-Dale High School

School type
Local authority maintained schools, Does not apply, ages 11 to 16
Education phase
Secondary school
School size
748 pupils enrolled
Age range
11 to 16
Ofsted report
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