Job Overview
The Featherstone Academy seek an inspiring and ambitious SENDCO to join our academy. This is a new role, joining our committed and established SEND team. We are passionate about providing every pupil with the opportunities to achieve their very best and we are looking for a colleague who shares this passion. This would suit either a fully qualified SENDCO or a candidate currently undertaking the Masters level National Award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator.
Working Closely With Our Current SENDCO, You Will
* Lead inclusion and the SEND provision in the academy, under the direction of the Principal and in accordance with the aims and objectives of Resilience Multi Academy Trust
* Raise standards of student engagement, attainment and achievement.
* Effectively evaluate the academy’s SEND provision and strategically plan for its future development in-line with the Trust’s vision.
* Manage the support team within the SEND provision and promote a person-centred, inclusive practice in which the interests and needs of pupils with SEND and/or disabilities are at the heart of all actions.
The Featherstone Academy is a smaller than average school with an inclusive culture and warm ethos, yet we have big ambitions to be a beacon of learning, aspiration and success for our local community. Over the last four years we have enjoyed success with Ofsted, in improving exam results and; our growing reputation in the community has led to an increase in our school PAN. We are part of The Resilience Multi Academy Trust which has a reputation for high expectations for all, an innovative curriculum and excellent staff/student relationships.
Prospective candidates are welcome to contact Michelle Ashby, Director of SEND and Safeguarding at: mashby@rmat.uk for more information about this opportunity.
Closing date: 13 October 2025 at 9.00 a.m.
Interview date: 16 October 2025
RMAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, contractors and visitors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service and other statutory checks.
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