PART-TIME SENCO

Location

ST TERESA'S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL, PENWORTHAM
Stanley Grove , Penwortham , Preston , Lancashire , PR1 0JH
Tel: 01772 742331
School website: www.st-teresas-penwortham.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 278

Information

The Governors of St. Teresa’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) to join our supportive and nurturing school community. This is a part-time, non-teaching role (2 days per week, 0.4 FTE), though some work with small groups of pupils may be required to support targeted interventions.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the life of a vibrant Catholic school where the dignity and potential of every child is at the heart of all we do. The successful candidate will be a skilled, compassionate, and highly organised professional with a strong understanding of SEND practice and a commitment to ensuring every child flourishes.

You will lead and manage the provision for pupils with special educational needs across the school, working closely with staff, families, and external agencies to ensure high-quality support and positive outcomes.

What you’ll do:

Lead and coordinate the provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

Work closely with pupils, parents, staff and external agencies

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and support plans

Champion inclusive practice across the school


What we’re looking for:

A qualified teacher with the NASENCO award / NPQ in SEND (or commitment to achieve the qualification)

Proven experience in supporting pupils with SEND

Strong communication and organisational skills

A team player with a caring, proactive approach

What we offer:

A friendly and inclusive school community

A supportive senior leadership team and staff

Ongoing professional development opportunities

A chance to truly impact children’s lives

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.


More Information can be found at http://www.st-teresas-penwortham.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

See Person Specification

Desirable Qualifications

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Essential Experience

See Person Specification

Desirable Experience

See Person Specification

Proposed Interview Date:

TBA 

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the headteacher, Mrs Jillian Holmes, for informal discussion.

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application Forms to be returned to the Headteacher c/o of the school head@st-teresas-penwortham.lancs.sch.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.