Job overview
Angel Meadow School is an independent special school for 11–16-year-olds with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Our pupils have a wide range of needs including ADHD, moderate learning difficulties, dyslexia and autism, with many also requiring SEMH support. We are committed to being a small, ambitious, and nurturing community where every pupil is supported to achieve their potential.
We are seeking a dedicated SENDCO & Teacher to join Angel Meadow School. This is a dual role: you will be the school's named SENDCO while also teaching your subject specialism full-time. You will play a vital part in shaping SEND provision across the school while delivering high-quality lessons in your chosen subject area (e.g. English, Maths, Science, PSHE, or another discipline).
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious teacher to combine classroom teaching with a leadership responsibility in a small, specialist school with class sizes of no more than 5 pupils.
Key Responsibilities
SENDCO responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate the school's SEND provision, ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.
* Oversee the Assess–Plan–Do–Review (APDR) cycle for pupils with EHCPs.
* Coordinate and contribute to Annual Reviews and statutory assessments.
* Support colleagues in differentiating lessons and implementing EHCP outcomes.
* Liaise with parents, carers, local authorities, and external agencies.
* Maintain accurate SEND records, policies, and evidence for Ofsted and commissioning LAs.
* Lead CPD on SEND and inclusion for staff.
Teaching responsibilities
* Deliver engaging and high-quality lessons in your subject (KS3–KS4) to small groups of pupils with SEND/SEMH.
* Plan, prepare, and assess pupils' work in line with school policy.
* Prepare pupils for appropriate accreditation pathways (GCSE, Functional Skills, Unit Awards).
* Foster independence, confidence, and resilience in learning.
* Monitor, track, and report on pupil progress.
* Contribute to enrichment activities, trips, and whole-school events.
* Uphold safeguarding responsibilities consistently.
What We Offer
* A leadership role in shaping SEND provision in a new and growing independent special school.
* Maximum class size of 5 pupils.
* A supportive, close-knit team with a focus on wellbeing and collaboration.
* Professional development, including full funding for the NASENCO qualification if not already held.
* A Teaching and Learning Responsibility (TLR) allowance in recognition of SENDCO duties.
* Reduced admin and marking compared to mainstream, with an emphasis on meaningful pupil progress.
* Central Manchester location with strong community links.
Key Dates
Closing date for applications: 17th October 2025
Interviews: Between 20th and 28th October 2025
Safeguarding Statement
Angel Meadow School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold the highest standards of safeguarding practice.
Appointments are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, and other pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitment guidance.
How to Apply
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please email
To apply, please submit a CV and a cover letter to or complete your application through TES.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £34,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person