21 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    2 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    11 September 2026

Job details

Job role

  • SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time, part time: Option 1: Part-Time SENCO (3 days per week) 2.5 days SENCO leadership and 0.5 day teaching Option 2: Full-Time SENCO 2.5 days SENCO leadership and 2.5 days teaching

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

Dependent upon experience

Additional allowances

SEN allowance available

What skills and experience we're looking for

Lead Inclusion. Shape Futures. Change Lives.

Are you passionate about ensuring every child feels valued, included and able to thrive?

Speenhamland School is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and compassionate SENCO to join our dedicated team. We are proud to be an inclusive school where children are at the heart of every decision we make and where our vision, We Aspire, We Challenge, We Support, shapes all aspects of school life.

We recognise that talented SENCOs are looking for flexibility, so we are offering two possible roles

At Speenhamland, inclusion is not an add-on; it is central to who we are. We are committed to ensuring every child feels they belong, achieves success and receives the support they need to flourish.We are looking for someone who:

  • Is passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
  • Has strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
  • Can build positive relationships with pupils, families, staff and external professionals.
  • Has a clear understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current best practice.
  • Is committed to removing barriers to learning and promoting belonging for all.
  • Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination or is willing to undertake it.


What the school offers its staff

We offer:

  • A welcoming, supportive and collaborative staff team.
  • A leadership team that values and prioritises SEND.
  • Opportunities to shape strategic SEND development.
  • Strong partnerships with families and outside agencies.
  • Dedicated time to fulfil the SENCO role effectively.
  • A commitment to staff wellbeing and professional development.
  • Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn and succeed.
  • The opportunity to work within Newbury Academy Trust and collaborate with colleagues across our 3 schools.

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

This School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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.

SENCO Job Description September 2026.docx - 1.64 MB (opens in new tab)

About Speenhamland School

Organisation type
Academy, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
290 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Website
Speenhamland School website
Email address
jburgess@speenhamland.newburyacademytrust.org
Phone number
01635 41077
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CLASS TEACHERS

One Full Time Permanent Contract and
One Full Time Fixed Term Contract - ideally for EYFS (maternity cover)

Salary range based on experience
Required: September 2024

We are looking to recruit two outstanding class teachers. Speenhamland is an ambitious school with a vision to aspire, challenge and support everyone in our school community. This post will not be suitable for a job share position, however, we welcome applications from ECTs.

Arranging a visit to Speenhamland School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jburgess@speenhamland.newburyacademytrust.org.

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