SENDCo (SENCO)

SENDCo

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced SENDCo to join our team at The Linden Academy and lead the development of our SEND team. We are seeking to appoint an exemplary teacher, who is going to be able to model, coach and mentor teachers, with a focus on high expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND. You will be part of a wider network of SENDCos, regularly meeting with SENDCos within Advantage Schools to share best practice.

As well as being an excellent subject leader or pastoral leader, the candidate should have a proven track record in leading positive change and have the drive and commitment to ensure that high standards are met. The candidate will appreciate and engage with the latest research and be confident enough to deliver school wide CPD.

At The Linden Academy, our values of Integrity, Ambition, Excellence are underpinned by very high expectations and drive in everything that we do. We have a powerful culture which is warm but strict, based on clear routines, systems, and structures. As a result, our teachers enjoy their teaching with impeccable behaviour in lessons and hardworking, highly motivated pupils.

If you are ambitious, enthusiastic and a dedicated SENDCo with a passion for raising standards through excellence in teaching and learning, apply now and join us.

The successful candidate will

• Have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) & (NASENCO) or National Professional Qualification (NPQ) for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators.
• Have Data Analysis skills: Ability to track pupil progress, identify gaps in achievement, and measure the impact of specific interventions.
• Have Statutory Framework Expertise: Deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes, and funding mechanisms.
• Have experience of Coaching & Mentoring: The ability to upskill classroom teachers and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) on Quality First Teaching strategies.
• Have proven experience working directly with a diverse range of SEND needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH). Be effective when dealing with Multi-Agency Collaboration.
• Have Resilience & Emotional Intelligence, Exceptional Diplomacy, Solution-Focused Mindset & Authority with Empathy
• Be an experienced leader who can manage staff and support colleagues to achieve targets set.
• Have experience of a multicultural school
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
• Have excellent communication skills and enthuse staff and implement ideas

Job specifics

Start Date: September 2026 or October 2026

Salary: AST 1-6 dependent on experience, plus SEN allowance £2,787

Job role: Full time, Permanent

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate before the deadline date.

Safeguarding

The safeguarding and welfare of children is paramount and all our staff share this view. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding and child protection checks including with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.