SENCO
Gloucester Academy, Gloucester, GL4 6RN14 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
20 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
6 May 2026
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 32.5, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- M1 – M6, Upper Pay Scale Range, points UPS1 – UPS 3.
Additional allowances
TLR2C
What skills and experience we're looking for
If you are looking for your next role in Teaching/ SEND leadership, we would love to hear from you!
Gloucester Academy have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic SENCo to join our existing inclusion team on a full-time basis.
We are looking for someone who shares our values of ambition, excellence and pride, with previous experience of working with students with a range of special educational needs, a strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, and Qualified Teacher Status. The ideal candidate will be an experienced teacher with the ability to lead, inspire and support both students and staff, alongside a commitment to inclusive education and continuous professional development.
As SENCo you will support the strategic oversight of our inclusive provision, leading on Key Stage 3 or 4 intervention and ensuring all students can overcome barriers to learning and achieve success. Other responsibilities will include:
- Leading the identification, monitoring and review of SEND provision across the school
- Working closely with staff to develop effective teaching strategies and support plans
- Liaising with parents, external agencies and the local authority to coordinate support
- Leading EHCP reviews and contributing to statutory processes
- Line managing teaching assistants and supporting staff development
- Championing inclusion and promoting high expectations for all learners
- Acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
What the school offers its staff
Why join Gloucester Academy and Greenshaw Learning Trust?Gloucester Academy is a highly successful and rapidly improving school, recognised as one of the most improved in the country. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, where ambition, excellence and pride underpin everything we do. Our diverse student community and strong culture of high expectations ensure that every student is supported to succeed. Located in the heart of Gloucester, we serve a vibrant community and offer a rewarding and dynamic working environment.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.
To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.
We offer our staff a range of benefits including:Professional development and career progressionGenerous pension schemeBlue Light CardEligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)An Employee Assistance ProgrammeGym DiscountsFree eye testsCycle to work schemeBeing part of a great team and expanding organisation
Further information about the job
Please download the recruitment pack for further information.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 20 May 2026.We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Commitment to safeguarding
Greenshaw Learning Trust are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.
Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS and barred list check.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Gloucester Academy
- School type
- Academies, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 936 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Gloucester Academy website
- Email address
- stimony@greenshawlearningtrust.co.uk
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