Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

Bushmead Primary & Nursery School, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7EU

22 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  To be discussed

• Closing date

  13 November 2026 at 2pm

• Date listed

  22 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: MPR/UPR + TLR

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator job summary

About this school

At Bushmead Primary & Nursery School we are committed to and passionate about the learning and progress of all pupils. We are a hardworking and enthusiastic team who enjoy the challenges and opportunities of working within a busy school environment. Bushmead has a vibrant, family friendly atmosphere where diversity is celebrated and children feel safe. We foster a sense of community and promote independence, acceptance, respect and aspiration.

We are seeking an experienced, creative and driven teacher of Special Educational Needs who strives for inclusivity and can create and plan in an appropriate and imaginative way to meet the individual needs of each child.

This is a full time role with class responsibilities in the mornings for a small SEND classroom for children with complex needs. Protected SENCo time in the afternoons. Operation of SEN policy and coordination of provision.

Bushmead Primary & Nursery School is a three form entry primary and nursery school in the North of Luton. We are currently phasing out our previous four form entry until 2028. All staff at our friendly school are committed to providing the best education possible for every pupil. It is our overall aim that everyone at Bushmead should have the opportunity to develop their full potential, through equality of access to a well structured programme of learning and personal growth.

Core Values

Excellence, Learning, Belonging, Respect, Nurture, Enthusiasm.

We are looking for support for pupils with SEN or a disability, you will be able to:

• Identify a pupil’s SEN

• Co-ordinate provision that meets the pupil’s needs, and monitor its effectiveness

• Secure relevant services for the pupil

• Ensure records are maintained and kept up to date

• Review the education, health and care plan (EHCP) with parents or carers and the pupil

• Communicate regularly with parents or carers

• Ensure if the pupil transfers to another school, all relevant information is conveyed to it, and support a smooth transition for the pupil

• Promote the pupil’s inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum, facilities and extra-curricular activities

• Work with the designated teacher for looked-after children, where a looked-after pupil has SEN or a disability

Desireable:

• A qualified teacher (QTS)

• SENCo qualification or working towards the qualification

• Passionate about SEND and an inclusive education.

We can offer:

• A vibrant and happy environment with children who enjoy learning

• A supportive Leadership Team, dedicated and supportive staff

• Employee Assistance Programme

Please contact Mrs Diane Blackley, HR & Administration Manager if you have any questions. Visits to our school are welcomed. Email: admin@bushmeadprimaryschool.co.uk

Bushmead Primary & Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subjected to an enhanced DBS check as well as other pre-appointment checks, including an online check, as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2026). Please refer to the attached Safer Recruitment and Selection Policy for our recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting an inclusive workforce.

Please note that we are not accepting calls or emails from recruitment agencies regarding this position. Direct applications only.

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

Children have a right to be cared for and protected, protecting them is everyone’s responsibility. At Bushmead we have a duty of care to ensure that all users of the school are kept safe from harm. We are committed to providing a secure and supportive environment in which children can develop and grow into mature and responsible people. Safeguarding children is an essential part of our holistic approach to ensure that children are protected from abuse and neglect and that every child reaches their full potential.

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 Bushmead Primary & Nursery School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 720 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bushmead Primary & Nursery School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bushmead-primary-school-luton

Bushmead is a very welcoming school with excellent, professional teachers and support staff.  Our team is committed to providing the best possible learning experience and pastoral care.

We have a strong vision and build confidence in our young learners.  An exciting, creative curriculum has been designed to develop a love of learning.  Academic rigour and high standards of behaviour are also at the heart of the school.

Our values underpin our commitment to ensuring we nurture the children in our care.  Our team, children and parents are very proud of our school.

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