SENDCo
Concordia Academy, Romford, Essex, RM7 0HG18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
January 2027 - pending satisfactory completion of safer recruitment checks
Closing date
2 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
13 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £39,196.00 - £52,241.00 Annually (FTE) Teachers Main Pay Scale Outer London M1 - M6 plus TLR £3,651 - Please note: The salary advertised is subject to the nationally agreed teachers' pay award and any associated cost of living increase, which will be implemented once formally confirmed.
SENDCo job summary
As SENDCo at Concordia Academy, you will manage the provision for pupils identified as having Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND), including promoting high-quality teaching, effective use of resources, and high standards of learning and achievement for all pupils. You will work with and alongside all members of leadership and the inclusion team to ensure effective provision for all pupils with additional needs and ensure that all children are effectively safeguarded.
Although previous SENDCo experience would be an advantage, we are looking for an individual who is willing to learn and develop, both as a SENDCo and as a senior leader.
Furthermore, we are looking for an individual who:
- Is organised and able to work to tight deadlines;
- Knows and understands what high expectations in the classroom look like, and can support in ensuring these are a daily occurrence;
- Has a passion for SEND and a strong understanding of inclusive practice;
- Can lead, support and model effective practice to other staff members;
- Has a National SENDCo Award. (The school will consider supporting the right candidate to achieve this if not in place already.);
- Will also support with safeguarding and has Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead qualification (or the willingness to achieve this);
- Is dedicated to on-going professional development.
For successful candidates we can offer:
- A commitment to providing high-quality professional development;
- School and Trust support to develop and improve the right candidate;
- The opportunity to make a real difference to change the lives and future of our children;
- A vibrant and welcoming learning environment.
For further information about the role come and visit our school! To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office. School visits are encouraged but are by appointment only.
Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust?
Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here’s why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice:
Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
Well-being Focus: We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff.
Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children’s lives.
Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You’ll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.
Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:
Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.
Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.
Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits!
Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Data Protection
At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils.
We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.
For more information about our safer recruitment processes, please click here for our Safer Recruitment Policy.
All information is stored securely, and any information supplied by unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed through a confidential waste system six months after the decision has been communicated, in accordance with our information and records retention policy.
The Trust ensures all applicant data is stored and processed appropriately. For further details on how your information will be managed during the recruitment process please refer to our Privacy Notice for Job Applications.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
REAch2 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all adults working in or with our schools to share this commitment. Enclosed in our application pack is a copy of our safer recruitment policy, which outlines the steps we take to ensure that we attract the most suitable, candidates, and to help deter, reject or identify people who might abuse children or are otherwise unsuited to working with them. We encourage all potential candidates to read this policy carefully in order to fully understand what is expected of you in our recruitment process.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Concordia Academy
- Organisation type
- Free School, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 597 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Concordia Academy website
Concordia Academy opened in September 2016 with the express aim of providing an exceptional education for Havering children aged 4-11. This is a school created with and for the community. As we grow, our plans will continue to be shaped around the needs and aspirations of local families.
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