Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

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.