SENDCO
SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B13 8DW52 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
1 May 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
10 March 2026
Job details
Job role
- SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: Part Time 3 days a week.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Dependent on Experience
Additional allowances
SEN Allowance
What skills and experience we're looking for
VACANCY FOR SENCO and Inclusion Lead (Part-time 0.6) - MPS/UPS with SEN Allowance (Permanent).
Optional additional 2 days PPA cover( temporary)
- Required September 2026
- Salary dependent on experience
‘The school’s mission statement permeates all aspects of school life.’ ‘Relationships are positive and nurturing, and this brings out the best in pupils.’– Ofsted, Nov 2023
‘Serving a diverse, multi-faith community, the school has a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive ethos, which ensures that everyone is valued and respected for who they are.’ – Catholic School’s Inspection, Oct 2024
The Governors of this successful, welcoming and popular Catholic primary school are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and highly motivated, non-class based, SENCO and Inclusion Lead who is passionate about teaching and learning, and ensuring that every child is able to thrive and achieve their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional who has high expectations for all pupils and who is committed to supporting children with additional needs through high-quality provision, strong leadership and collaborative working.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a strong commitment to supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos and values of the school • Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring that every child, regardless of need, is able to flourish academically, socially and emotionally • Has experience of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and a strong understanding of inclusive practice • Has high expectations of pupils’ learning, independence, behaviour and wellbeing • Is knowledgeable about, or willing to develop expertise in, the statutory and legal requirements of the SENDCO role • Has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills • Can work effectively as part of a collaborative and hardworking staff team • Is able to build positive and supportive relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors and external agencies • Has a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND and a commitment to developing innovative and effective provision • Is enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life and community of the school
We can offer you:
- A happy, caring and welcoming school community with a strong Catholic ethos at its heart • A supportive Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team committed to maintaining high standards and supporting staff development • Wonderful children who enjoy coming to school, engage positively with their learning and demonstrate excellent behaviour • A dedicated, highly effective and hardworking team of teachers and support staff who are passionate about making a difference • Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression • Support to access and complete the National Professional Qualification for SENCOs (NPQ for SENCOs) if required • A well-resourced school, including a dedicated SEND alternative provision classroom space equipped with high-quality resources to support pupils with additional needs • An accredited Forest School programme, offering enriching outdoor learning opportunities for pupils
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate SEND practitioner to join a school where inclusion, wellbeing and high expectations for every child are at the heart of everything we do.
SS John & Monica Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment by reading the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and well-being of pupils. All appointments made will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references, receipt of an enhanced DBS Check and the necessary identity and right-to-work checks being made.
The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for publicly available information. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
SS John & Monica Catholic Primary School is committed to equality and diversity and will apply relevant legislation for all candidates and applicants throughout the selection process” (Equality Act 2010).
All applications will be kept confidential, in line with GDPR Data Protection Policy.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), and therefore, the ability to speak and understand English fluently is an essential requirement for this role.
Visits to the school are strongly recommended.
To make an appointment, please contact the school office on 0121 464 5868.
Application Packs are available on the School Website (www.stjonmon.bham.sch.uk Current Vacancies), or we will email them to interested candidates.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 1st May 2026, 12.00 pm
What the school offers its staff
VACANCY FOR SENCO and Inclusion Lead (Part-time 0.6) - MPS/UPS with SEN Allowance (Permanent).
Optional additional 2 days PPA cover( temporary)
- Required September 2026
- Salary dependent on experience
‘The school’s mission statement permeates all aspects of school life.’ ‘Relationships are positive and nurturing, and this brings out the best in pupils.’– Ofsted, Nov 2023
‘Serving a diverse, multi-faith community, the school has a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive ethos, which ensures that everyone is valued and respected for who they are.’ – Catholic School’s Inspection, Oct 2024
The Governors of this successful, welcoming and popular Catholic primary school are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, committed and highly motivated, non-class based, SENCO and Inclusion Lead who is passionate about teaching and learning, and ensuring that every child is able to thrive and achieve their full potential.
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional who has high expectations for all pupils and who is committed to supporting children with additional needs through high-quality provision, strong leadership and collaborative working.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a strong commitment to supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos and values of the school • Is passionate about inclusion and ensuring that every child, regardless of need, is able to flourish academically, socially and emotionally • Has experience of working with pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and a strong understanding of inclusive practice • Has high expectations of pupils’ learning, independence, behaviour and wellbeing • Is knowledgeable about, or willing to develop expertise in, the statutory and legal requirements of the SENDCO role • Has excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills • Can work effectively as part of a collaborative and hardworking staff team • Is able to build positive and supportive relationships with pupils, parents, staff, governors and external agencies • Has a genuine passion for supporting children with SEND and a commitment to developing innovative and effective provision • Is enthusiastic about contributing to the wider life and community of the school
We can offer you:
- A happy, caring and welcoming school community with a strong Catholic ethos at its heart • A supportive Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team committed to maintaining high standards and supporting staff development • Wonderful children who enjoy coming to school, engage positively with their learning and demonstrate excellent behaviour • A dedicated, highly effective and hardworking team of teachers and support staff who are passionate about making a difference • Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression • Support to access and complete the National Professional Qualification for SENCOs (NPQ for SENCOs) if required • A well-resourced school, including a dedicated SEND alternative provision classroom space equipped with high-quality resources to support pupils with additional needs • An accredited Forest School programme, offering enriching outdoor learning opportunities for pupils
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and passionate SEND practitioner to join a school where inclusion, wellbeing and high expectations for every child are at the heart of everything we do.
SS John & Monica Catholic Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment by reading the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and well-being of pupils. All appointments made will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references, receipt of an enhanced DBS Check and the necessary identity and right-to-work checks being made.
The successful candidate is required to provide references and will be expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check. We will ask you to complete a criminal self-declaration form, and we will conduct online searches for publicly available information. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
SS John & Monica Catholic Primary School is committed to equality and diversity and will apply relevant legislation for all candidates and applicants throughout the selection process” (Equality Act 2010).
All applications will be kept confidential, in line with GDPR Data Protection Policy.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016), and therefore, the ability to speak and understand English fluently is an essential requirement for this role.
Visits to the school are strongly recommended.
To make an appointment, please contact the school office on 0121 464 5868.
Application Packs are available on the School Website (www.stjonmon.bham.sch.uk Current Vacancies), or we will email them to interested candidates.
Closing Date for Applications: Friday 1st May 2026, 12.00 pm
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
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, Roman Catholic, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 208 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School website
- Email address
- t.broadhurst@stjonmon.bham.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0121 464 5868
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Arranging a visit to SS John and Monica Catholic Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email t.broadhurst@stjonmon.bham.sch.uk.
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