Special Educational Needs Coordinator

• St Mary’s Church of England Primary School
• Address:  Stonehouse Road, Hadleigh, Suffolk IP7 5BH
• Salary: MPR / UPR £32,916 - £51,048 (0.4 FTE) +SEN allowance for SEND qualification where applicable
• Hours: 2 days per week
• Contract: Permanent, required from January 2025.
• Reference: 7840

St Mary’s Church of England Primary School are looking to recruit a non-teaching, driven, motivated and knowledgeable SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to join their friendly, inclusive school. 

Your responsibilities

We are looking for someone who is passionately committed to promoting inclusive education, who can ensure that all our pupils have access to the whole curriculum and have their individual needs met.

We are looking for a SENCO who will - 

• oversee the day-to-day operation of the school’s SEN policy
• co-ordinate provision for children with SEN
• support staff in understanding the needs of SEND pupils, through CPD and monitoring
• liaise with parents/carers of pupils with SEN
• have commitment and determination to champion our children to meet their potential.

You will need:

• National SENDCO Award or be working towards
• Qualified Teacher Status
• strong behaviour and management skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• excellent subject knowledge
• a good understanding of SEND Code of practice
• a good understanding of the national curriculum in all phases.

About us

Hadleigh C of E Primary is a medium sized school (150 pupils) in the heart of Suffolk. We are part of the Diocesan MAT and have a friendly and committed team.  We build strong foundations and use our school values to enable our children to reach their fullest potential. They learn to value themselves, cherish one another and take responsibility for the world around them. We are a 'Good' school (Ofsted, May 2025).

We will offer you:

• a welcoming, caring and friendly team – including a dedicated pastoral team
• a non class-based role
• a unique opportunity to help shape a school with a new leadership team and keen, eager children, governors and parents
• a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) who put the children at the centre of all their decisions
• a school and MAT who care about staff workload and wellbeing
• professional development opportunities.

To find out more

For an informal discussion please contact Matt Vale-Smith, Headteacher on 01473 823268.

More information can also be found on our website https://www.stmaryshad.co.uk  

To organise visits to the school please contact Simone Ferguson, Office Manager at [email protected] or on 01473 823268.

How to apply

Please read thejob description (pdf) andguidance notes (pdf)

Please complete theapplication form (word)and return to[email protected]or post to the school.

Closing date: 5pm, 16 October 2025
Interview date: 22 October 2025 

St Mary’s Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for all posts.