SENDCO & Interventions Teacher
The Lodestar Academy, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8JE9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2026
Closing date
17 April 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
18 March 2026
Job details
Job role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- TSAT Teacher Scale £33,280 - £52,000
What skills and experience we're looking for
Looking for a role where you can really make a difference?
We are now seeking a passionate SENDCO & Interventions Teacher to join our dedicated team. This is a pivotal role for someone who believes in the potential of every young person and is motivated by the opportunity to make a profound difference to the lives of young people.
As our SENDCO & Interventions Teacher, you will:
- Lead on the identification, assessment, and support of students with SEND across the provision.
- Oversee and maintain high-quality SEND processes, including reviews, and statutory documentation.
- Design and deliver targeted academic and SEND related interventions for individuals and small groups.
- Work closely with teachers, support staff, families, and external agencies to ensure a joined-up approach to student progress.
- Provide coaching and guidance to staff on inclusive practice, adaptive teaching, and effective SEND support.
- Monitor and track the impact of interventions, using data to inform next steps.
- Champion a culture of inclusion, aspiration, and personalised learning.
You will help to raise the academic profile of Lodestar Academy by supporting us to prove that all pupils are capable of social and academic progress when provided with appropriate levels of support.
In return, you will develop your teaching skills as part of a small but supportive team of expert practitioners, all of whom believe that education can be a meaningful and rewarding experience for every young person, regardless of individual disadvantage.Training and professional development opportunities are exceptional, and salaries are extremely competitive.
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings both expertise and heart. You will:
- Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (or be willing to work towards it).
- Have experience working effectively with young people with SEND, in a mainstream or specialist setting.
- Understand the complexities of SEMH needs and be confident in trauma-informed practice.
- Be skilled at building trusting relationships with students who may have had disrupted or negative experiences of education.
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with families and professionals.
- Be organised, reflective, and committed to continuous improvement.
- Bring creativity, resilience, and a genuine belief in second chances.
Applicants from all specialisms are welcomed (including primary trained teachers).
What the school offers its staff
Why Join the Thinking Schools Academy Trust?
We’re proud to offer more than just a job—we provide a range of exceptional benefits to support and reward our staff:
Career Development: We’re committed to your growth and offer fantastic opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships at every level, we provide clear pathways for progression and exciting promotional opportunities across regions.
Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers. Enjoy reduced membership fees at our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes.
Employee Recognition: Refer a Friend and TSTARS Staff Recognition Programme.
TSAT Benefits Portal:A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback on your favourite supermarkets and high street retailers, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.
Further information about the job
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 The Lodestar Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- School size
- 40 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Lodestar Academy website
- Email address
- tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
Lodestar Academy is a dynamic academy based in Torbay, who have built an impressive reputation in the alternative education provision sector for young people aged 11-18. We believe that all young people have the capacity to learn, regardless of their life situation. And our aim is to open the door to learning for those - often with social, emotional and mental health needs - who have been excluded or marginalised.
Our academy will provide a safe, nurturing environment for 50 secondary-age students who have been unable to sustain a place in mainstream education. By prioritising academic achievement and introducing behaviour interventions and therapeutic support where necessary, it will enable them to re-integrate at the same key stage as their peers, and go on to access opportunities into employment and further education.
Ofsted recently judged Lodestar Academy to be a good school:
"The welfare of pupils and their families is at the heart of The Lodestar Academy."
Arranging a visit to The Lodestar Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk.
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