SEND Lead
Broadstone Middle School, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8AE28 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
9 November 2026 at 9am
Date listed
12 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 35 hours per week - (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm), Term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £29,071 - £33,119 per annum
Actual salary
- £23,533 - £26,810) per annum for part-time, term-time only working
What skills and experience we're looking for
SEND Lead – Broadstone Middle School
Band F - £29,071 - £33,119 per annum (actual salary for part-time, term-time working £23,533 - £26,810), Plus generous sick pay and eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
35 hours per week - (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4pm), Term time only, Permanent contract
Do you believe that every child deserves the right support, the right opportunities and someone who will champion their needs every step of the way?
Do you want a role where you can make a lasting difference to pupils' confidence, progress and wellbeing, while helping to shape an inclusive culture across a whole school?
We are looking for a SEND Lead to join our caring, supportive and child-centred school community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusion and committed to ensuring that every child with SEND receives the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
At the heart of this role is the opportunity to make a real difference. You will work closely with pupils, families, staff and external agencies to coordinate high-quality SEND provision, build positive partnerships and ensure that every child feels understood, valued and able to succeed.
What you'll do:
Support and monitor SEND provision across the school, ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.
Work closely with teachers to develop, implement and review Learning Plans that help pupils access learning successfully.
Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, families and outside agencies to ensure a joined-up approach to support.
Coordinate referrals, assessments and communication with external professionals.
Monitor the impact of interventions and support staff in delivering effective strategies and adaptations.
Champion inclusive practice and help colleagues develop confidence in supporting pupils with SEND.
Support children through key transitions, helping them feel secure and prepared for the next stage of their education.
Who you are:
Someone with experience of working with children with SEND and a genuine passion for inclusive education.
A compassionate, patient and approachable individual who puts children at the centre of everything they do.
An excellent communicator who can build strong relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and professionals.
Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage a varied workload and maintain accurate records.
Calm, resilient and solution-focused, with the confidence to navigate challenging situations sensitively.
A team player who understands the importance of collaboration and shared responsibility in helping children succeed.
Committed to achieving the very best outcomes for every child and ensuring that all pupils feel valued, supported and included.
Whether you are an experienced SEND professional looking for your next challenge or someone ready to take the next step in their SEND career, what matters most is your passion for making a difference, your commitment to inclusion and your belief that every child can flourish.
What the school offers its staff
About us:
Broadstone Middle School is a welcoming, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of its community and part of the Southern Education Trust. We believe that education should provide every child with the opportunities, support and inspiration they need to realise their potential, celebrating differing needs, talents and cultures while helping pupils grow into confident, caring and capable citizens.
Serving pupils aged 9 to 13, we combine high expectations with strong pastoral care, creating a secure and stimulating environment where every child is encouraged to achieve their best. We are passionate about developing the whole child, nurturing academic success alongside personal growth, resilience and positive relationships. Our dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure that pupils feel safe, valued and ready to flourish.
Why join us?
Comprehensive support, Induction and training package
We’re a supportive team who’ll have your back during the good, the bad, and the “Did that really just happen?” moments.
Professional development opportunities because we’re all about helping you grow, both as a person and in your ability to juggle six things at once!
A rewarding role where no two days are the same and every day makes a difference!
Free access to the Employee Assistance Programme and our Cycle to Work Scheme.
The opportunity to develop your career in a School, and within the Southern Education Trust - a growing Trust where our mission is “making lives better” and our values are kindness, collaboration and creativity.
If you are passionate about inclusion and believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, we'd love to hear from you. This is more than a role: It is a chance to make a lasting difference to the lives of young people, champion their individual needs and help them achieve more than they thought possible.
Further information about the job
Closing date: 9th November 2026
Interview date: 17th November 2026
Please note: Applications may be viewed on receipt and interviews arranged sooner than the above date.
Become part of our journey by completing our Application Form and returning it to recruitment@southern.education if you would like to apply (please see Job Description, and Safeguarding Children Policy for further information).
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Isabel at the recruitment address, who will be happy to assist you.
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
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 Broadstone Middle School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 9 to 13
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 542 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 9 to 13
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@southern.education
Middle deemed Secondary School
Arranging a visit to Broadstone Middle School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@southern.education.
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