SENDCo

Post: SENDCo (Maternity Cover)

Location: Kingstone High School, Kingstone, Herefordshire

Start Date: January 2027 or earlier if possible

Applications Close: 25th September 2026

Interviews: Week Beginning Monday 28th September

Salary Scale: L3 (with flexibility for the right candidate)

Contract Details: Full time. Fixed term maternity cover.

Kingstone High School is seeking a SENDCo to cover a maternity leave on a fixed term contract. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SEND practitioner, or an ambitious teacher ready to take the next step to lead and develop SEND provision within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

As part of their role, the successful applicant will:

Ensure compliance with the SEN Code of Practice and statutory requirements

Maintain and manage the SEN register and coordinate EHCP reviews

Lead and manage SEND provision across the school

Coordinate the delivery of high-quality teaching and intervention, with a commitment to inclusive classroom practices

Advise and coach staff in best practices for supporting pupils with SEN

Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies to support student progress

Work closely with teaching staff to promote high-quality, inclusive classroom practice

Be a part of the school’s senior leadership team and contribute to whole-school improvement

* Note that this role will have little, or no, teaching commitment.

We are looking for someone who has:

Has experience working with pupils with a range of additional needs

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Achieved or be working towards the National Award for SEN Coordination NASENCO

Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation

Excellent communication, leadership, and time management skills

Is passionate about inclusion and pupil wellbeing

We can offer:

The support of a dedicated SEND Admin Assistant

A collaborative and forward-thinking staff team

Training and development opportunities to support you in your role.

A committed and approachable Senior Leadership Team

If you have any questions, or would like an informal chat about the role, please contact us on 01981 250224 or via Mrs Sally Spreckley on sspreckley@kingstoneacademy.co.uk.

Kingstone Academy 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 vacancies that involve working with vulnerable adults and/or children will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level, along with other standard pre-employment checks.