SENDCO AND PPA TEACHER

Location

POULTON-LE-SANDS CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
Church Street , Morecambe , LA4 5QA
Tel: 01524 413273
School website: poulton-le-sands.lancs.sch.uk
Roll: 172

Information

At Poulton-le-Sands CE Primary School, we are seeking an excellent, dedicated and motivated teacher to join our team as our SENDCo and PPA Teacher. This unique role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to teach across the school through PPA cover, developing a deep understanding of how children learn at every stage, while also benefiting from dedicated release time to lead and develop our SEND provision. As our SENDCo, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring every child receives the support they need to flourish. 

We are looking for someone with experience of  teaching across the primary age range, a relevant SEND qualification or be willing to undertake the qualification, and an understanding of inclusive practice, how to adapt teaching and the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners. The successful candidate will also lead at least one curriculum subject, so please include details of your subject leadership experience and areas of expertise within your application.

We warmly encourage you to visit our school and experience first-hand the sense of belonging, care and purpose that makes our community so special. We are a welcoming medium-sized Church of England primary school with 172 pupils on roll, situated in the heart of the historic village of Poulton-le-Sands. Our dedicated and talented staff provide an inspirational education rooted in our Christian vision:

"As a sanctuary of Christian love, we forge futures within our community. We inspire a joy of learning and a delight in one another. In faith, we are refined through challenge, growing with God, together." Guided by the words of John 1:5, "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it," we strive to ensure that every member of our school community is known, valued and empowered to shine.

Essential criteria:

An excellent, inspiring and creative classroom practitioner who can help us to build upon our successes

A qualified SENDCo, or desire to undertake this training

An ambitious teacher who will care for our children, their learning and well-being across all key stages

A positive role model who will lead by example and form strong relationships across school

A teacher with experience of assessing children with additional needs to show progress

We can offer:

A vibrant, positive atmosphere throughout school

Caring, respectful children who are ready to engage with learning

A welcoming, family-centred school with the strong and continued support of our Governors and parents

A shared commitment to providing the best possible education and experiences for the children in our care

An experienced, dedicated staff and opportunities for continued professional development.

Release time to carry out the role of SENDCo, and to complete this training if required

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.

The closing date is 12 noon 07/09/2026

More Information can be found at https://poulton-le-sands.lancs.sch.uk/

Essential Qualifications

Qualified teacher status

NPQ for SENDCos (or equivalent qualification) or commitment to undertake this training

Desirable Qualifications

Other relevant qualifications relating to this post

Essential Experience

Successful teaching experience across a range of ages

Experience of managing support staff

Experience successfully supporting children with additional needs

Desirable Experience

Experience of training contributions to staff meetings 

Current SEND experience in a school setting

Recent and relevant experience of SEND related CPD

Proposed Interview Date:

23/09/2027 

Application forms and further details are available from/returnable to

Application form attached. Please return completed applications electronically to: lgardner@poulton-le-sands.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.