21 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    1st January 2027

  • Closing date

    11 November 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    21 October 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teacher or lecturer

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Full time equivalent salary

National Teacher Main/Upper Pay Scale plus SENDCo Allowance

SENDCo job summary

Required for the start of the Spring Term 2027

This is a permanent, full- time post

Salary: Main/Upper National Teacher Pay Scale (plus SENDCo Allowance: £2,885)

We have an exciting opportunity for an energetic, knowledgeable and forward-thinking SENDCo to join Trumpington Park Primary School from January 2027. You will be leading our Assistant SENDCo/Inclusion team as well as working closely with our staff and outside agencies to ensure our SEND pupils receive the highest possible standard of teaching and learning. Building on our existing provision, you will be innovative in shaping our SEND practices to further enhance measurable outcomes. Staff training will be a strong feature of the role - the ability to support and inspire our staff to continually review strategies and teaching methods will be essential. Working as a SENDCo in our multi-academy trust, you will benefit from the SEND expertise across our schools, where excellent practice is shared. This role will be mainly non-contact although there may be a small element of class teaching, when required.

The opportunity:

This will be a fulfilling role where you will be making a real difference to our SEND pupils

To benefit from working collaboratively with our wider team of SENDCo specialists within the Trust

To enhance specialist skills working with a team of dedicated and professional SEND staff

To enjoy professional development opportunities offered to all staff

The ideal candidate:

Has achieved the NPQSENDCO or NASENDCO qualification

Has experience of SEND teaching across the primary age range

Has a proven track record of improving and growing SEND provision within a primary school

Has experience and knowledge of SEND provision, legislation and inclusive teaching practices

Possesses outstanding communication skills and is a dedicated team player

Has a thorough understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues

Trumpington Park Primary School is a modern school with excellent facilities serving a growing community amid a wealth of exciting and inspiring opportunities. Trumpington Park Primary School is ideally situated within easy access of the M11 motorway, guided busway and close to Cambridge city centre. Our staff work together to provide a friendly, caring and safe community enabling children to flourish in their learning as well as supporting their physical, social and health development and education.

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing

Opportunities to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)

Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources

Cycle to work scheme

Defined local government or Teacher’s pension scheme

Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations

Free on-site parking

Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 11th November by 9am

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, as applications are received. Early applications are recommended.

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you have any questions about the post or wish to visit Trumpington Park Primary School, please contact Caroline Day - Recruitment Officer on 01223 491656 or cday@meridiantrust.co.uk

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.

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

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as social media checks.

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 Trumpington Park Primary School

Organisation type
Free School, ages 4 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
415 pupils enrolled
Age range
4 to 11
Ofsted report
View Ofsted report

Trumpington Park Primary School is a modern school with excellent facilities serving a new community amid a wealth of exciting and inspiring opportunities. Trumpington Park Primary School is ideally situated within easy access of the M11 motorway, guided busway and close to Cambridge city centre. Our staff work together to provide a friendly, caring and safe community enabling children to flourish in their learning as well as supporting their physical, social and health development and education.

School location

Similar jobs nearby

EYFS Class Teacher: Maternity leave contract, 2 days per week

Quick Apply

Wilburton CofE Primary School

Carpond Lane, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 3RJ

Teacher - Key Stage 1 - Maternity Cover

Swavesey Primary School

Middle Watch, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 4RN

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)

Potton Primary School

Mill Lane, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2PG

Class Teacher

Coupals Primary Academy

Chalkstone Way, Haverhill, Suffolk, CB9 0LB

Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed

Find more school jobs in Cambridge and Cambridgeshire and Peterborough