29 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 September 2026

  • Closing date

    4 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    2 February 2026

Job details

Job role

  • SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Part time: Part time 0.6fte

Contract type

Permanent

Pay scale

Main Pay Range/Upper Pay Range

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking a kind, caring and dedicated individual to take on the role of SENDCo at our lovely school. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that children with SEND receive high quality, inclusive education, enabling them to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

You will work closely with senior leaders, staff, families, and external agencies to develop, implement, and monitor SEND provision, ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements. You will champion a positive and supportive culture for all pupils, ensuring that every child feels welcome, safe, and valued.

We are looking for someone who:

  • has a caring and child centred approach
  • has a proven track record in teaching children with SEND in a primary school setting
  • can lead the development, implementation and monitoring of SEND provision and policy
  • has the ability to work effectively in a team
  • is supportive of our school vision and values

What the school offers its staff

St Andrew's is a happy, family embracing school. We were judged ‘good’ by Ofsted (January 2023) and recognised by SIAMS to be living up to our foundation as a Church School (February 2025). The school is located in the picturesque village of Leasingham, near Sleaford, and provides a well-equipped and nurturing environment for our delightful children.This has enabled us to consistently match or exceed local and national averages at the end of each key stage. We offer a friendly and supportive working environment for staff, where everyone is committed to our school vision and values.

If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of children, we warmly encourage you to visit our school and apply for this rewarding role.


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.

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.

Person Specification_SENCO_Feb_25.pdf - 81.3 KB (opens in new tab)
SENCO Job Description_February_ 2026.pdf - 85.1 KB (opens in new tab)

About The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

School type
Local authority maintained school, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
School size
196 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report
School website
The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School website
Email address
enquiries@st-andrews.lincs.sch.uk
Phone number
01529 302388
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St Andrew's is a happy, family embracing school. We were judged ‘good’ by Ofsted (January 2023) and recognised by SIAMS to be living up to our foundation as a Church School (February 2025).

The school is located in the picturesque village of Leasingham, near Sleaford, and provides a well-equipped and nurturing environment for our delightful children.

Arranging a visit to The Leasingham St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email enquiries@st-andrews.lincs.sch.uk.

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