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Primary SENDco

The Oak Partnership Trust · Taunton · Somerset

Job description

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator

The Oak Partnership Trust is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated SENDCo to work closely with the Trust SEND lead, existing SENDCos, headteachers and senior leaders. You will play a pivotal role in shaping SEND strategy, supporting colleagues, building strong partnerships with parents and external agencies and ensuring our pupils receive the highest quality provision.

This part-time role will provide additional capacity to our existing primary schools SEND team. 

Key requirements:

  • Is a qualified teacher with a strong commitment to inclusive education.
  • Has excellent knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current SEND legislation.
  • Can lead and support staff to deliver high-quality SEND provision.
  • Has experience working with pupils with a range of SEND needs.
  • Builds positive relationships with pupils, families and external agencies.
  • Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

We can offer:

  • A supportive and collaborative Trust environment.
  • High-quality professional development opportunities.
  • A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
  • Welcoming school communities dedicated to inclusion and excellence.

Position: FTE 0.2. 

Contract: Permanent 

Applications close: Monday 21st September 2026

Interviews: Friday 25th September 2026

Salary: Teacher Main Scale/ Upper Pay Scale dependent on experience. Additional SEN allowance possible dependent on qualifications and experience.

Note to all applicants - The Oak Partnership Trust reserves the right to close an advertisement to applications ahead of the advertised closure date. For this reason, shortlisting may take place prior to the closing date on some occasions.

We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Safeguarding Statement

The Oak Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, gaps in employment checks and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Applications are handled on Teaching Vacancies (GOV.UK).

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Salary
TMS / UPS + SEN allowance dependent on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part time
Posted
10 September 2026
Closing date
21 September 2026

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