SENDCo - Part Time (3 days p/w 0.6 FTE)
Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School, Purley, Surrey, CR8 2XP16 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
26 June 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
10 June 2026
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: Part Time role 0.6 FTE (3 days p/w)
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- Main Pay Scale or Upper Pay Scale dependent on experience
Additional allowances
SEND TLR
What skills and experience we're looking for
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
- Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or is working towards it, or has equivalent relevant qualifications and experience.
- Has successful experience of leading SEND provision within a primary school setting.
- Has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current legislation.
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusion, equality of opportunity and high aspirations for all pupils.
- Is skilled in identifying barriers to learning and implementing effective strategies to overcome them.
- Has excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
- Works effectively with pupils, families, staff, governors and external agencies.
- Can analyse information and evaluate the impact of provision to improve outcomes.
- Is committed to supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos and values of the school.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Lead and manage SEND provision across the school.
- Ensure that pupils with SEND receive high-quality support and make strong progress from their starting points.
- Advise and support teachers in meeting the needs of pupils with SEND.
- Maintain accurate SEND records and statutory documentation.
- Coordinate Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) processes and annual reviews.
- Work closely with parents, carers and external professionals.
- Monitor the quality and effectiveness of SEND provision and interventions.
- Contribute to whole-school self-evaluation and school improvement planning.
- Promote an inclusive culture in which all pupils feel valued and supported.
What the school offers its staff
About Our School
Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School is a successful and welcoming school with a strong reputation within the local community. We are proud of our caring Catholic ethos, excellent relationships with families and Parish, high standards of behaviour and achievement, and our commitment to providing an ambitious and engaging curriculum for all children.
Our most recent Ofsted inspection recognised the strength of our provision for pupils with SEND:
"Leaders ensure that they identify the needs of pupils with SEND precisely. This helps pupils with SEND to receive targeted and excellent support." (Ofsted, July 2023)
We are seeking a SENDCo who will build upon these strengths and continue to develop an inclusive culture where every child can thrive.
We Can Offer:
- Happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved children who enjoy learning.
- A strong Catholic ethos and supportive school community.
- A dedicated and experienced staff team.
- A welcoming and collaborative Leadership Team.
- A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
- High-quality professional development opportunities.
- Strong partnerships with families, Parish and external agencies.
- The opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of children and families.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Margaret Roper School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. This post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and references. Application packs are available from the school website in the ‘Vacancies’ section.
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.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained schools, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 214 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School website
- Email address
- business@margaretroper.croydon.sch.uk
Margaret Roper is an excellent school in a lovely setting with an outstanding reputation and a friendly welcoming atmosphere. Standards of attainment and behaviour are very high. We have a very varied and innovative curriculum and a caring and committed staff. Links with the Parish are very strong.
Recent Ofsted July 2023 Good with Outstanding EYFS & Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes
Arranging a visit to Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email business@margaretroper.croydon.sch.uk.
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