About the Role
Are you a passionate, experienced, and knowledgeable SENDCo ready to make a positive impact on the lives of children with SEND?
We are seeking an exceptional SENDCo to join our vibrant, inclusive, and developing Trust where every child is nurtured, challenged, and celebrated. Our Trust values RESPECT, TEAMWORK and KINDNESS are core to our approach to the educational experience of our pupils.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations
* Has a wealth of experience and deep knowledge of SEND provision, legislation, and inclusive teaching strategies.
* Has a proven track record of leading, shaping, and innovating SEND practice with measurable outcomes for pupils and their families.
* Has the ability to work cross‑phase, primarily in the primary phase.
* Can inspire, challenge, and support colleagues in delivering high‑quality provision for children with SEND.
* Is able to demonstrate energy and dynamism and is keen to make a difference.
* Is a team player who listens to and values the opinions of others, while bringing their own ideas and initiative.
* Is a resilient leader who can positively manage difficult and emotional conversations and communications with our families.
* Is committed to enhancing high‑quality teaching through adaptive practices that are informed by the latest pedagogical research, ensuring every learner’s needs are met with precision and care.
* The role will be predominantly allocated to serving three small primary schools across our Trust within the York area, in order to support and deliver exemplary SEND practice.
* May be required to travel to other schools across the Trust and attend Trust‑wide meetings.
Job Details
* Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE; part‑time working of 0.8 FTE may be considered.
* Position Type: Permanent Post.
* Line Manager: Executive Director of SEND.
* Travel Required: Yes; ability and willingness to travel to Trust sites as required.
* The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience. Please see the attached job description for more information.
Benefits
* Experienced and supportive Trust Executive Team.
* Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development.
* Teachers Pension scheme.
* Occupational Health.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Free on‑site Parking.
Safeguarding
We are safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks. Continuous professional development is required to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.
Contact
For further information, please email Fiona Hunter, Executive Director of SEND at recruitment@hlt.academy.
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