SENCO
West Somerset College, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AY7 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Anticipated Start Date: 1st September 2026 or earlier if possible
Closing date
5 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
26 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Qualified Teacher Pay Scale
Additional allowances
TLR2B
What skills and experience we're looking for
West Somerset College, part of Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust, is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly skilled SENCo to join our inclusive College. The successful candidate for this rewarding post will have completed, or be willing to complete, the National SENCo Award.
About the Role
This role is anticipated to be a varied and exciting one with opportunities for innovation particularly at the key points of transition. This person will also be expected to play a key role in leading the professional development of our colleagues to support them in delivering the best teaching and support for our students.
We are seeking aptitude, experience and adaptability and the determination to advocate for all children experiencing social, emotional, behavioural or learning challenges across all stages of the College.
You will:
- Hold Qualified Teaching Status
- Have a degree
- Determine the strategic development of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) policy and provision in the secondary phase
- Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
- Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
- Have strong knowledge of SEND legislation and best practice
- Be an excellent communicator with a collaborative approach
- Share our commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
This role is ideal for an experienced middle leader or an aspiring leader ready for their next challenge.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Holds (or is willing to work towards) the National Award for SEN Coordination
- Has strong knowledge of SEND legislation and best practice
- Is an excellent communicator with a collaborative approach
- Is organised, resilient, and solution-focused
- Shares our commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
Why Join Us?
At West Somerset College, you will find:
- A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
- A welcoming school located in the beautiful coastal town of Minehead.
- Employee Reward Scheme including high-street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre.
Informal discussions and visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact recruitment@btc-trust.org to arrange.
Closing Date for applications: Thursday 5th March 2026 at 11:59pmAnticipated interview date: Friday 13th March 2026
We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.
We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.
We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
What the school offers its staff
A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
A welcoming school located in the beautiful coastal town of Minehead.
Employee Reward Scheme including high-street discounts and a staff wellbeing centre.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
West Somerset College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.
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 West Somerset College
- School type
- Academy, ages 13 to 19
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 760 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 13 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- West Somerset College website
- Email address
- recruitment@btc-trust.org
West Somerset College is an all-inclusive College catering for 13 to 18 year olds, situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park.
Arranging a visit to West Somerset College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@btc-trust.org.
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