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SEN Practitioner with Lunchtime Duties
September 2026 start - Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Term Time Only plus INSET days
8.15am – 3.00pm (break for lunch), 31.25 hrs/week
Have you ever had the opportunity to work in a brand-new school? Do you want to be part of an exciting journey, shaping a school from the ground up in a growing community?
At Stanhope Primary School, we’re looking for a passionate SEN Practitioner to join our vibrant and expanding team. Having opened our doors in September 2025, this is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of a brand-new school from its very early stages. As part of our small founding team, you will work closely with colleagues to build a nurturing ambitious environment for our children.
What we offer:
A unique opportunity to be part of a new school, shaping its future.
A brand-new, purpose-built learning environment designed to inspire.
A dynamic and exciting working environment where you can grow professionally.
A supportive network of colleagues from the academy trust.
A considered approach to support staff wellbeing
Opportunities for continuing professional development.
Training and professional development will be provided to enable you to deepen your expertise
We’re looking for someone who:
Is passionate, positive and has a can-do attitude.
Genuine passion for supporting children to learn
Previous experience working with children and young people with SEN would be advantageous
Can show adaptability, strong communication skills and a relational, trauma-informed approach
Is calm, consistent and professional
Wants to work collaboratively and be a part of the team
Closing Date: 12th June 2026
Interview Date: 22nd June 2026
We reserve the right to invite candidates for interviews prior to the closing date, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
Safeguarding
Stanhope Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful candidates are required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore shortlisted candidates will be required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not ‘protected’ (i.e. filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from taking up appointment; it will depend on the nature of the offences and their relevance to the post you are applying for. However, should a shortlisted candidate NOT declare an offence that is subsequently revealed, e.g. through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBS check, this may place their appointment in jeopardy.
It is a criminal offence for barred individuals to seek or undertake work with children.
In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted.
References
References will only be sought for shortlisted candidates. It is our policy to obtain references prior to interview. If you have concerns regarding this, please contact us before submitting your application form.
The first referee provided must be your present or most recent employer, unless you have not been in employment before. If you are not currently working with children and young people but have done so in the past, your second referee must be that employer.
If any of your references relate to your employment at a school or college your referee must be the Headteacher or Principal. If you are a serving (or ex) Headteacher or Principal, your referee should be the Chair of the relevant governing body (or alternatively this can be the CEO of a multi-academy trust).
If you are currently working with children, your present employer will be asked about any disciplinary offences relating to children (whether current or time expired), whether you have been the subject of any substantiated child protection concerns and, if so, the outcome of these investigations. If you are not currently working with children but have done so previously, these issues will be raised with your former employer.
Please do not name relatives or people acting solely in their capacity as friends as your referees.
Other previous employers may also be approached for information, prior to interview, to verify details on your application form, such as particular experience or qualifications.
The school reserves the right to seek any additional references we deem appropriate.
Safeguarding Statement:
Engage Enrich Excel Academy Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to safeguard our pupils.
Safeguarding Statement
At Stanhope Primary School we aim to create and maintain a happy, welcoming, stimulating and secure environment for all the children in our care where they can work hard and achieve their full potential.
Stanhope Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We believe that ‘Every Child Matters’ and pupils, staff, parents and governors strive to ensure that this is a daily reality for all of our children.
The school operates a rigorous recruitment procedure that includes enhanced DBS checks, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications.
We may use Internet searches to perform due diligence on candidates in the course of recruitment. Where we do this, we will act in accordance with our data protection and equal opportunities obligations.