SENDCo (Part Time)

SENDCo (Part Time)

Would you like to come and work in a school at the heart of its community and work alongside some of the best teaching professionals and children? Then Knowle Park could be for you.

We have an exciting position for an experienced SENDCo to work in partnership with our current SENDCo, supporting on the leadership of Special Educational strategy and provision at our three form entry school. We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly skilled and knowledgeable SENDCo to join our friendly, hardworking team. You will be passionate about working with our children and making a difference to those children with Special Educational Needs.

School Tours

We welcome applicants to visit for a tour of our school. If you wish to attend a tour, please call or email the school office to add you name. Tour dates are:

• 05 May 2026 at 04.00pm
• 06 May 2026 at 09.00am
• 07 May 2026 at 04.00pm

Work Pattern: 3x Days a Week (to be discussed at interview, but one day will be a Friday)

Hours: Part Time (19.5)

Contract: Permanent

Pay Scale: M1 - M6 Plus TLR2

Start Date: 03 September 2026

Closing Date: 11 May 2026 at 07.30am

Interview Date: 18 or 19 May 2026

We are looking for the right candidate, who:

• Is passionate about teaching and learning and wants to play a key role in shaping the strategic vision for SEND
• Has experience of working with children across the primary age range and can draw on knowledge of interventions, training and resources to ensure children with SEND achieve their full potential
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with pupils, parents and staff
• Has experience of working with the LA and outside agencies to support children and families
• Has a thorough understanding of SEND procedures including the EHCP process
• Has consistently high expectations of attainment and behaviour for all
• Has appropriate understanding of child protection and safeguarding policies and procedures
• Is able to inspire and motivate children and colleagues
• Has the NA SENCo qualification or is willing to undertake a SENCo qualification within three years

We can offer you:

• Curious, enthusiastic and hardworking pupils
• Committed and caring staff and Governors
• Supportive and interested parents and families
• Opportunities for progression and CPD

To apply, please complete an application form and also write a letter of application stating your skills and experience and why you would be suitable for the job. Please note, we do not accept CV's.