SEND Chaplain

St Peter's Church of England Primary School (Market Bosworth), Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV13 0NP

39 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  14 September 2026

• Closing date

  23 October 2026 at 11:59am

• Date listed

  14 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: Grade 9 SCP 19-22 (actual £28,598 - £30,638)

SEND Chaplain job summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners? We are a welcoming Church of England primary school, part of a dynamic multi academy trust, dedicated to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for all our pupils. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SEND Chaplain to join our team from October 2026

About the Role: 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who: 

• Is passionate about supporting children and young people.

• Has high expectations of themselves and others. 

• Enjoys working collaboratively. 

• Shares our commitment to inclusion and excellence. 

• Wants to make a positive impact every day. 

About St Peter’s Market Bosworth:

St Peter’s CofE Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive Church of England primary school at the heart of the historic town of Market Bosworth and is proud to be part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust. We are a friendly, supportive school community where strong relationships with children, families, staff and St Peter’s Church are at the heart of everything we do.

Our Christian vision, 'Flourishing together within the love of God', shapes school life and underpins our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and inspired to achieve their best. We are proud of our broad and engaging curriculum, high expectations and the wide range of opportunities we provide to help children develop both in and beyond the classroom.

Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to create a positive learning environment where everyone is encouraged to grow and succeed. Recent successes, including national recognition for our table tennis provision, reflect our commitment to enriching children's experiences.

St Peter’s is a school where children and staff flourish together, supported by a caring ethos, a strong sense of community and the opportunities that come from being part of Embrace Multi Academy Trust.

What Success Looks Like:

• Provide pastoral care and spiritual guidance to pupils, particularly those with SEND, through one-to-one support, small group work and reflective opportunities, promoting inclusion, wellbeing and a sense of belonging. 

• Build strong, trusting relationships with SEND families, offering pastoral support and acting as a bridge between home, school, church and wider support networks to help children and families flourish. 

• Collaborate with school leaders, staff, the Diocese and St Peter's Church to deliver inclusive collective worship, provide chaplaincy support, coordinate events and services, and contribute to the spiritual life of the school community. 

• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school by championing the Embrace vision, supporting pupils, staff and families, promoting the school's Christian values, and fostering an inclusive and welcoming community.

• Support our culture of inclusion, respect and belonging.

Help Children Flourish: 

At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, our mission is simple: to ensure every child flourishes and experiences life in all its fullness. We believe exceptional people create exceptional opportunities for children. Whether you are an experienced professional or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an opportunity to make a genuine difference within a thriving and supportive organisation. Inspired by our values of respect, wisdom, integrity, collaboration, compassion and inclusivity, we work together to ensure every child receives the best possible education. 

Why Join Embrace?

When you join Embrace Multi Academy Trust, you become part of a family of schools working together to ensure pupils and colleagues flourish. We are committed to supporting our people through every stage of their career.

Professional Growth 

• Extensive CPD opportunities. 

• Apprenticeship opportunities. 

• Access to National College resources.

• Leadership development pathways. 

• Opportunities to collaborate across ten schools. 

Wellbeing and Benefits 

• Employee Assistance Programme. 

• Flexible working opportunities where possible. 

• Cycle to Work Scheme. 

• Wider Wallet discounts and Wider Tech and Furniture Scheme. 

• Health and wellbeing support services. 

• Occupational sick pay schemes. 

A WORKFORCE WHERE EVERYONE BELONGS 

At Embrace Multi Academy Trust, we believe diversity strengthens our organisation and enriches the experiences of the children and communities we serve. 

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, faiths, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities and life experiences. 

Because some roles and parts of our workforce are currently underrepresented, we particularly welcome applications from:

• Men applying for classroom support and administration roles. 

• People from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority communities. 

We Value Potential: 

You may not meet every single criterion in the person specification, but if you believe you have the skills, values, experience or potential to succeed in this role, we encourage you to apply. 

INTERESTED? 

Closing Date: 23/10/2026

Interview Date: 28/10/2026

Applications will only be accepted on the Trust application form. CVs will not be accepted. References will be obtained prior to interview.

We believe that all individuals are of equal value and we are committed to equal opportunities for all, ensuring equality of opportunity in line with the Equality Act 2010.  

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

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

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Peter's Church of England Primary School (Market Bosworth)

• Organisation type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 227 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Peter's Church of England Primary School (Market Bosworth) website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-peter-s-church-of-england-primary-academy-nuneaton

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