16 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    15 May 2025 at 3pm

  • Date listed

    29 April 2025

Job details

Job role

  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: 60-80%

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

MPS/UPS

Additional allowances

SENCO Allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a new SENCo to join the incredible team here St. Philip’s. You will work with an incredibly committed and experienced staff who truly understand inclusive practice and are eager to do the very best for all children in our school. A significant amount has been achieved with respect to the curriculum and adaptive practice in order for all children to access it. You will inherit a supportive staff and be part of an experienced Senior Leadership Team. We are very committed to the development of our staff, so this post would suit someone who is new to the role, or someone who is already an experienced SENCO.

We are looking for:

- Someone who is an experienced SENCO, or who is new to the role

- Someone who is able articulate their vision for inclusion across the school

- Someone who is a strong classroom practitioner and can support staff and parents with practical advice

- Someone who is an excellent communicator, building strong supportive relationships with staff and parents alike

- Someone who is experienced in line managing a team and knows how to get the best from them

St. Philip’s is a highly inclusive Church of England School in the city of Cambridge. Our Christian Vision is at the heart of our school and informs all our decision making. Over half the pupils who attend the school are from minority backgrounds. You will have oversight for the pupil premium, English as an additional language and looked after children. You will also play a central role in the deployment and line management of the teaching assistant team, as well as our Family Worker.

A tour of the school with the headteacher is strongly encouraged.

What the school offers its staff

At St. Philip's, we are a supportive and inclusive team, passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students and their families. We offer a friendly work environment, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a chance to contribute to the school’s values and ethos.

Commitment to safeguarding

St Philip’s CE (A) Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, two satisfactory references and a disclosure of Criminal Record and Disqualification Declaration.

In line with guidance from the Safer Recruitment Consortium, an online search will also be completed for shortlisted candidates.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to hr@stphilips.cambs.sch.uk

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Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

About St Philip's CofE Aided Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary
School size
259 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Phone number
01223508707

We are a growing, urban primary school close to the centre of Cambridge with a diverse and dynamic local community. We have close connections with our local churches and other faith groups as well as growing connections with the University of Cambridge. The recently appointed Headteacher is committed to ensuring an excellent standard of education for all pupils at St. Philip’s. To achieve this, there is a drive to provide a culture where teachers can focus on delivering the very best, by reducing unnecessary burdens upon them. St. Philip’s is highly committed to supporting the career development of all staff to ensure everyone in our community can flourish. As a Church of England school, the successful candidate will to demonstrate their full commitment to the Christian vision and values of the school.

Arranging a visit to St Philip's CofE Aided Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@stphilips.cambs.sch.uk.

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