SENDC0 - The Charvil Piggott Primary School

The Piggott School, Reading, Berkshire, RG10 8DS

20 days remaining to apply

• Earliest start date

  1 April 2026

• Latest start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time, part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: MPR/UPR
• Additional allowances:

  TLR £5867

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a dedicated and strategic thinking SENDCO. We are looking for an exceptional individual who cares deeply and is passionately committed to ensuring every child is successful, regardless of their starting point.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape our school's future by designing, implementing, and rigorously monitoring a robust, whole-school Inclusion and SEND strategy.

As we continue our journey of continuous school improvement, you'll play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our aspiration to offer truly exceptional primary provision.

We are seeking someone who is:

• is kind and compassionate.
• excellent classroom teacher with proven primary experience and a commitment to continuous improvement through reflective and proactive practice.
• understands and implements a therapeutic approach to behaviour management, prioritising connection, understanding the root cause of conduct, and supporting emotional regulation.
• has high expectations of learning, achievement, and behaviour for all children.
• models and promotes our Christian school vision and values.

What the school offers its staff

We can offer:

• A collaborative team where you will receive genuine support from colleagues and leadership.
• A people-first approach. We prioritize your well-being with a philosophy that respects and promotes work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work alongside genuinely enthusiastic pupils who arrive eager to engage and learn.
• A nurturing and inclusive ethos for all staff and children.

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape our school's future by designing, implementing, and rigorously monitoring a robust, whole-school Inclusion and SEND strategy.

As we continue our journey of continuous school improvement, you'll play a pivotal role in helping us achieve our aspiration to offer truly exceptional primary provision.

Commitment to safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Satisfactory Disclosure Clearance, an online check and a 'prohibition from teaching' check will be completed for all applicants.

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.

Upload additional documents

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

SENDCO Person Specification Jan 2026.pdf - 121 KB (opens in new tab)

Job Description Inclusion Lead SENDCO Jan 2026.pdf - 140 KB (opens in new tab)

Welcome Letter SENCO role Jan 2026.pdf - 221 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Piggott School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 18
• Education phase: All through school
• School size: 1885 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Piggott School website
• Email address: prestonc@piggottschool.org
• Phone number: 0118 932 0033
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-piggott-school-reading

Mixed Church of England Academy

Arranging a visit to The Piggott School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email prestonc@piggottschool.org.

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