SEND Support Officer
Permanent – Required January 2026 – 37 hours per week – Term Time plus 5 additional days – Grade 3 SCP 7 – SCP 11 – £26,403 – £28,142 per annum (Actual Salary £23,402 – £24,304 per annum).
About Bedlington Academy
Bedlington Academy is part of the North East Learning Trust and is a caring, friendly, inclusive community school where individuality is valued and tolerance, acceptance and inclusiveness run deep. Our vision is that every child experiences excellence every day.
We are committed to:
* A vibrant learning community with enthusiastic and engaging students
* A positive and caring ethos
* An excellent learning environment and resources
* A team of hardworking, dedicated and friendly staff where everyone is valued
We will offer you:
* National Terms and Conditions of Employment
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Up to 1 day paid leave for staff wellbeing
* Lifestyle Savings – range of discounts from top retail brands
* Discounted gym membership
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing portal
The successful candidate will require:
* Hold a Level 3 qualification in appropriate area (or equivalent).
* Have experience of working with secondary age children in/out of school.
* Be proactive and self‑motivated.
* Have a flexible approach to work.
Deadline
11th December 2025, noon. Interviews will take place week commencing 15th December 2025.
How to apply
Application packs can be downloaded from our website. Application forms should be returned to kelly.saunders@bedlingtonacademy.co.uk or by post to Kelly Saunders, Support Services Manager, Bedlington Academy, Palace Road, Bedlington, NE22 7DS. You can, if you wish, submit a covering letter to support your application; please do not submit a CV unless it is to complement your application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All posts will be subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure, medical and reference checks. All pre‑employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education” and the Trust’s Safeguarding Policy which is available on our website.
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