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SENDCo – Be Part of Something New and InspiringLocation: Merstham, SurreyContract: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £33,075 - £48,719 (M1 – UPS2 Fringe)Hours: 40 hours per week
We’re excited to be launching a brand-new Secondary School in Merstham, designed specifically for neurodivergent young people aged 11–16. The school will support up to 100 pupils—80 at our main site and 20 at a smaller satellite site in Caterham. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something from the very beginning, and we’re looking for a dedicated and experienced SENDCo to join our founding team.
If you’re passionate about inclusive education and want to help shape a school that truly meets the needs of its pupils, we’d love to hear from you.
[Interviews will be held during the half-term break.]
What the Role Involves:
- Supporting the day-to-day running of the school, ensuring it’s a welcoming, inclusive, and well-resourced environment.
- Acting as Deputy Exam Officer, working with staff to ensure all exam processes meet JCQ requirements.
- Helping pupils identify meaningful post-16 pathways and supporting their transitions.
- Overseeing the implementation of EHCPs and ensuring our SEND provision is compliant and effective.
- Managing staffing, resources, and policies to support SEND provision.
- Building strong relationships with families, staff, external agencies, and local authorities.
- Supporting the Head of School in developing our SEN strategy and leading our therapy provision.
- Taking an active role in safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
What We’re Looking For:
- Essential: QTS or QTLS, with experience teaching creatively within SEND or relevant key stages.
- A background in leadership within inclusion or SEND, with a proven track record of raising standards.
- Confidence in managing complex situations and working collaboratively with a team.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Desirable: Additional qualifications in SEND (e.g. Autism, Dyslexia), leadership training (NPQSL/H/SENDCo), or a willingness to complete these within two years.
What We Offer:
- Life assurance and a competitive pension scheme
- Access to Perkbox – with discounts on high street brands
- Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support
- Car lease and cycle-to-work schemes
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Free membership to our health cashback plan – covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and more
How to Apply:
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please submit your CV or successfully refer someone you know to this role and earn up to £300 in referral rewards. The application deadline is 11pm on Sunday, 26th May 2025.
