26 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    18 November 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    23 October 2026

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Job details

Job role

  • SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: This role is provisionally being advertised as a part-time contract for 3 days a week. Alternative working patterns may be considered for the right candidate.

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

M1 to M6, with UPS considered for the right candidate

Additional allowances

SEN allowance

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you passionate about inclusion and ensuring every child can thrive?

We are seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and forward-thinking SENCO to join our friendly and ambitious primary school. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop SEND provision at a pivotal time in our school's journey. The successful applicant will be part of the school's leadership team.

In September 2026 we launched a new Inclusion Hub designed to provide targeted support for pupils with additional needs. As this is our first year of operation, the successful candidate will play a key strategic role in shaping, developing and embedding the Hub's vision, systems and impact across the school.

We are a small primary school with a strong commitment to inclusion, nurture and high expectations for all learners. The successful applicant will work closely with school leaders, staff, families and outside agencies to ensure that pupils with SEND receive the highest quality provision and achieve positive outcomes.

We are looking for someone who:

  • Has a passion for inclusion and improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
  • Has, or is willing to obtain, the National Award for SEN Coordination.
  • Can lead strategically whilst also providing practical support to staff and pupils.
  • Has excellent communication and partnership-working skills.
  • Is excited by the opportunity to develop and shape a new Inclusion Hub.

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged, please contact the school office (office@barrington.cambs.sch.uk) to arrange a meeting with the Headteacher.

What the school offers its staff

  • A caring and supportive school community.
  • Enthusiastic and dedicated staff.
  • A committed leadership team and governing body.
  • The opportunity to shape and develop an innovative Inclusion Hub.
  • Flexible working arrangements where possible.
  • Professional development and support for ongoing career progression.

Flexible working opportunities

We are keen to attract the strongest possible applicant and are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities as well as alternative start dates.


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.

The full recruitment pack for this role can be found on our school website: https://www.barrington.cambs.sch.uk/vacancies

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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Barrington CofE VC Primary School

Organisation type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
174 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
Website
Barrington CofE VC Primary School website
Email address
arichards@barrington.cambs.sch.uk
Phone number
01223712273
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Barrington is a growing village school with a big heart and a strong presence in the community. Our children are the focus of everything we do and we value the mental health and wellbeing of all members of the school community above everything else.

Arranging a visit to Barrington CofE VC Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email arichards@barrington.cambs.sch.uk.

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