SENCO

SENDCo MPS/UPS plus TLR 23 (£8,601) We are seeking to recruit a SENDCo to help us deliver excellent educational opportunities for all of our students, starting January 2027. The successful candidate will work in partnership with our current team of three SENCOs. The ability to teach English and/or Science is essential. You do not need to hold a NASENCO qualification (or equivalent) as further training and support will be provided. However, you will already hold QTS and be willing to undertake a qualification. We have extensive experience of providing excellent mentoring and support to new staff.

We are looking for someone:

To ensure effective identification of all students with SEND across the school. To meet statutory requirements of the code of practice for SEND. To ensure a coordinated approach to teaching, learning and assessment, recording and reporting in relation to special educational needs provision, in line with whole school policies and the Code of Practice for Special Educational Needs. To liaise with staff, parents and outside agencies as and when required to offer guidance and support. To provide staff CPD on teaching students with SEND. To ensure that staff have a consistent approach to work with all students and that this is followed up in departmental practices and documentation. To oversee all student outcomes related to SEND intervention programmes and ensure that learning experiences offered are appropriate and relevant to learning needs to ensure good progression for all students. To monitor the progress of SEND students and to provide interventions to help them achieve their targets. To quality assure the work of the SEND team and SEND students’ work. The Radcliffe School offers the opportunity to teach in school that is passionate about achievement for all, and where our fantastic students enjoy a dynamic and engaging curriculum. We are an iPad school with all staff and students receiving an iPad (along with regular CPD on how to use it) to support teaching and learning. The successful candidate will benefit from a strong induction programme which will be tailored to their professional needs and experience. This position would suit someone wishing to develop their career and take on additional responsibilities within a vibrant and thriving team.

The Radcliffe School offers the opportunity to:

Work within a diligent team of excellent teachers who have a wealth of expertise and experience. Teach, research, develop and examine at GCSE and A Level. Work with a driven and inspirational department in pursuit of excellence. Be part of a strong induction programme tailored to your experience and needs. Contribute to high quality teaching and learning, and the provision of extracurricular activities to drive students forward. Collaborate within a very supportive environment where professional development is an essential aspect of our daily practice. Develop your career. Contribute to the creation of outstanding student experiences in learning for all. If you believe that you have the energy, passion, resilience and drive to be part of our positive journey we would love to have you on our team. Visits to the School are welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Jo Moloney, HR Manager, on 01908 682 289 or go to www.radcliffeschool.org.uk for more information about the post. The deadline for applications is midday on Wednesday 21 October 2026. Interviews will take place on Friday 23 October 2026. Ofsted inspected our school in March 2025 and found that behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management and Sixth Form provision are all Good. The inspectors found that the school has high expectations of students’ behaviour and their attitudes to learning, all staff and governors share strong priorities, and the school is taking the right action to raise standards of achievement across the school. The inspection identified that students are proud of our school and its diversity, feel safe and supported, and have a strong sense of community. The Radcliffe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS disclosure and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. We are an equal opportunities employer.