SENDCO

Waverley Academy, Doncaster, DN4 0UB

14 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  4 May 2026 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  14 April 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £33,235.00 - £45,803.00 Annually (Actual) SEN Allowance: £2786- £5496

SENDCO job summary

Inspire Young Minds - Join Waverley Primary Academy!

"All in - no learning lost".

We’re looking for an inspiring, dedicated SENDCo / SEN Teacher to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference to children with additional needs, helping them feel safe, supported, and successful every single day.

At Waverley, inclusion sits at the heart of everything we do. We believe every child can thrive with the right support and as part of our team, you’ll play a key role in shaping a culture where all pupils are known, valued, and able to achieve their full potential.

You’ll benefit from high-quality coaching, live feedback, and a supportive team committed to professional growth. If you share our “All in - no learning lost” vision and want to help transform lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You?

We’re not just looking for a SENDCo, we’re looking for someone who:

• Believes every child deserves to succeed, no matter their starting point.
• Inspires confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning.
• Brings compassion, clarity, and commitment to their SEND practice.
• Works collaboratively and supports colleagues to deliver inclusive teaching.
• Thrives in a school that values reflection, ambition, and continuous improvement.

Your Role

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Lead, coordinate, and enhance SEND provision across the school.
• Support staff in delivering adaptive, inclusive teaching that meets pupils’ diverse needs.
• Work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to shape strategic SEND practice.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and outside agencies.
• Monitor progress and ensure provision is purposeful, consistent, and high-impact.
• Contribute to whole-school improvement, curriculum development, and inclusive excellence.
• Teach engaging, well-structured lessons that inspire and challenge all learners.

What You Bring

You are someone who:

• Is a qualified teacher (SENDCo qualification desirable, or willingness to undertake it).
• Has a strong understanding of SEND practices, inclusive strategies, and safeguarding.
• Demonstrates resilience, empathy, and excellent communication skills.
• Approaches challenges with creativity, positivity, and professionalism.
• Is committed to developing their practice and contributing to a forward-thinking culture.

Why Join Us?

At Waverley, we are proud to be a welcoming, inclusive school at the heart of a diverse community. We offer:

• Pupils who are eager to learn and full of potential.
• A supportive staff team who champion one another.
• Leaders who value your voice, expertise, and wellbeing.
• Access to excellent CPD, coaching, and SEND-specific professional development.
• Opportunities to influence whole-school strategy and make a tangible impact.
• Wellbeing support and flexible working options where possible.

Come and See Us!

We warmly welcome visits, come and meet our wonderful pupils and staff and experience first hand what makes Waverley Academy such a special place to work.

If you’d like to arrange a visit, please contact us at admin@astreawaverley.org

How to Apply

To find out more about the role, please review the role specification. We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about what you can bring to our school community.

Closing Date: (Insert date)
Please note: We may interview shortlisted candidates during the application window.

Safeguarding & Inclusion

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, especially individuals underrepresented in education, and we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. We ensure reasonable adjustments at every stage of the recruitment process.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re excited to play a pivotal role in shaping inclusive education and helping every child succeed, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us create a school where everyone belongs, grows, and thrives.

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

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and staff. Every child should feel safe and should be protected from any form of child abuse. We have robust policies and procedures that support our commitment to Safeguarding, this includes our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy. The in-house Safeguarding teams at each Academy work in partnership with families and safeguarding partners to ensure the safety of children is paramount. We are committed to ensuring that all staff access regular, contextual safeguarding training to meet the needs of the local community.

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.

About Waverley Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 212 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Waverley Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/waverley-academy

At Waverley Primary Academy, children are at the centre of everything we do. We teach academic knowledge and skills as well as developing the whole child, in order to prepare pupils for their next stage of education and to enable them to lead active and happy lives. Our values of Tenacity, Empathy, Curiosity, Scholarship and Happiness run through all parts of school life and create a calm, happy and hardworking atmosphere with a strong commitment to all pupils achieving their full potential, regardless of their starting points.

Pupils start their learning journey with us in Foundation Stage where our provision, both indoors and outdoors, allows them to develop their investigative skills, test their ideas and to learn the basics of number and language. Our curriculum then develops these skills further, as pupils grow through school. The knowledge and skills we teach through an enjoyable and engaging curriculum, ensure pupils leave Waverley fully prepared for later life, with memories they will never forget!

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