Overview and Responsibilities
SENCO – Aurora Linemere
Location: Backwell, Bristol
Contract Type: Full-time/Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £32,916 - £49,232 (M1 – UPS2)
Start Date: August 2026
Aurora Linemere is opening its doors in Autumn 2026, and we're looking for an experienced SENCO to help make this vision a reality. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative.
Aurora Linemere will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 96 students, our vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive.
As Linemere is a new school in the development stage, visits aren't possible at the moment, but if you would like informal chat with our Operations Director; please email our Recruitment Partner:
The role:
As SENCO, you'll play a central role in shaping our SEND provision and ensuring every pupil's EHCP outcomes are delivered and tracked. Working closely with the Head of School, you'll oversee interventions, staff training, and the development of strategies that make a real difference to our learners.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Managing referrals and the pre-admission process in partnership with our Business Development team and families.
* Leading on SEND policy and provision, ensuring statutory responsibilities are met.
* Coordinating and deploying resources, staff, and therapies to meet individual needs.
* Preparing for and participating in annual reviews and case conferences.
* Driving best practice through CPD, mentoring, and coaching staff.
* Supporting the Head of School with strategic development and school improvement plans.
This is a leadership role where you'll influence the culture and success of our school from day one.
Please see the link below for our full job description:
SENCO - Linemere -
Skills and Qualifications
About You:
We're looking for someone with the passion and expertise to lead SEND provision and inspire others. You'll have:
Essential Qualifications
* QTS or equivalent.
Essential Experience
* Minimum of 3 years' effective experience as a SENCO, ideally in an SEN environment.
* Leadership of a significant area or phase or inclusion, including responsibility for raising standards across the whole school.
* Effective team management and collaborative working.
* Strong communication skills across a range of audiences and mediums.
* Successful management of complex scenarios and conflict resolution.
* Proven ability to work effectively with a range of external agencies.
Benefits and Additional Information
What's on Offer at Aurora?
We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:
Grow with Us – Training & Development
Learning never stops at Aurora We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
Save Money on Everyday Essentials
With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:
* Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
* Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme
Competitive Pay & Reward
We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy:
* Enhanced Annual Leave
* Company Sick Pay
* Enhanced Pension
* Life Assurance
24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household
Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.
UK Health Cash Plan
Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too
Employee Assistance Programme
Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:
* Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
* Online tools and resources
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Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000
Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded (*Terms apply)
How to apply?
For candidates that haven't worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors.
Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education details, and provide a personal statement that makes us keen to speak to you.
If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Adele in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.
This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.
Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.