At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we’re putting wellbeing first.
That’s why we’re proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. SENCO
Location: Red Kite School, Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, HP27 0JW
Contract: Fixed Term | Term Time Only
Hours: 24 hours per week | Monday to Wednesday
Start: January 2026
Red Kite School is searching for an exceptional SENCO who is passionate, dynamic, and ready to champion outstanding SEND provision across our vibrant and nurturing school. This is your opportunity to take the lead in transforming the educational journey of children who deserve tailored, high-quality support delivered with creativity, expertise and heart.
As our SENCO, you will sit at the heart of a multi-disciplinary team, shaping strategy, inspiring colleagues, and ensuring that every pupil with SEND thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. With collaboration, innovation, and compassion as your tools, you will help guide our school toward excellence in inclusive education.
Lead the development and strategic direction of SEND provision at Red Kite School.
Oversee day-to-day SEND provision, including support for pupils with EHCPs.
Monitor pupil progress and lead assessments to ensure all learners thrive.
Chair Annual Reviews and ePEPs, ensuring high-quality documentation.
Support staff with training, targeted interventions, and inclusive teaching strategies.
Maintain accurate SEND records and contribute to whole-school improvement plans.
We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and resilient SENCO who brings energy, structure, and empathy into the school. You will be committed to helping students with SEND and SEMH needs succeed through a personalised, trauma-informed approach.
A passionate SEND leader with a deep commitment to inclusive education
A strategic thinker who can inspire excellence across teaching and support teams
A champion for children with diverse needs, ensuring they receive high-quality, personalised provision
Red Kite School is a brand-new, purpose-built independent SEN school, designed to support up to 60 pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Set in the beautiful market town of Princes Risborough, it’s a truly exciting time to join us as a founding member of staff and help shape a nurturing, inclusive learning environment from the ground up.
We are part of Acorn Education and can offer plenty of challenges along with a wide range of opportunities to develop your career. Acorn Education is the UK’s leading provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in creating and delivering innovative approaches that achieve measurable outcomes for those in our care.
Why join Acorn Education?
We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.
Life Assurance
~ Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
~“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
~100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
~ Cycle to Work Schemes
~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme
~ Critical illness cover
~ Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.