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SENDCo

Higham Ferrers Junior School · Rushden · North Northamptonshire

Job description

Required January 2027 or sooner if possible

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated SENDCo to lead and champion inclusive practice across our school. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference, ensuring every pupil with SEND is supported to thrive, achieve and feel a genuine sense of belonging.

Working in close partnership with the Headteacher, colleagues, families and external professionals, you will play a central role in shaping and delivering high-quality SEND provision. You will inspire and support staff to create inclusive, responsive classrooms where all pupils are valued and challenged to succeed. The role includes a 2-day classroom teaching commitment, ensuring you remain closely connected to practice and able to lead by example.

You will lead the strategic development and day-to-day implementation of SEND provision, promoting a strong ethos of inclusion and high expectations for all learners. A key focus of the role will be monitoring pupil progress and using assessment information and school data to inform decisions, refine provision and ensure that interventions have measurable impact.

You will support and coach colleagues to deliver high-quality adaptive teaching, ensuring learning experiences meet the needs of every pupil. Alongside this, you will oversee the SEND provision map, maintain accurate and compliant records, and ensure that resources are deployed effectively.

Building strong, positive relationships with parents, carers and external agencies will be essential to ensure a joined-up and consistent approach to support. You will also contribute to the professional development of staff through training and guidance, strengthening confidence and expertise in SEND practice. Through your work, you will play a key role in whole-school improvement and strategic development, reporting regularly to senior leaders and governors.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A qualified teacher with a strong commitment to inclusion
  • Experience or strong interest in SEND leadership
  • Ability to inspire and support colleagues in improving practice
  • Strong organisational, communication and partnership-working skills
  • A child-centred approach with high expectations for all learners

In Return, We Offer:

  • The opportunity to play a leading role at a crucial stage of the school’s improvement journey
  • The chance to make a genuine and lasting difference to pupils’ outcomes
  • A committed and hardworking staff team who are open to development and improvement
  • Enthusiastic pupils who are ready to learn and respond well to strong teaching
  • Support and collaboration through The Learning for Life Education Trust
  • A culture that values professional development, teamwork and ambition

We are an inclusive and supportive community, working alongside our partner schools within The Learning for Life Education Trust, a locally based multi-academy trust committed to improving outcomes for all.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. To arrange a visit and discuss the opportunities we can offer, please contact Sarah Thomas at sarah.thomas@lflet.org.uk.

Closing date: 12:00 pm, 9th July 2026

Interview date: 13th July 2026

Our Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure and must have suitable references.

We are committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

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About this school

Higham Ferrers Junior School

Academy converter · Primary · Ages 7–11

Requires Improvement
Pupils
327
Avg teacher salary
£48,014
Pupil:teacher ratio
24.5:1
Academy trust
LEARNING FOR LIFE EDUCATION TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

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Rushden, North Northamptonshire, NN10 8ED

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Salary
£32,196.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) SEND Allowance
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
17 June 2026
Closing date
9 July 2026

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