SENCO Bristol

A well-established primary school in Bristol is looking for an experienced SENCO to lead SEND and inclusion from January 2026. The successful SENCO will coordinate assessment plan bespoke interventions and oversee statutory procedures to ensure pupils with additional needs receive timely effective support. This SENCO role in Bristol requires a balance of strategic leadership and hands-on case management; the SENCO will be expected to begin January 2026 following a comprehensive induction in the weeks leading to January 2026.

SENCO required to lead SEND provision and inclusion
SENCO required to work within a child-centred primary school in Bristol
SENCO to develop whole-school SEND strategy and casework processes

The SENCO will work closely with teachers support staff and external agencies to develop provision maps track progress and secure additional resources where Bristol the appointed SENCO will also contribute to staff training parental engagement and reporting to governors on SEND impact and outcomes. We are seeking a SENCO who is highly organised data-literate and passionate about inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the graduated response: assess needs plan targeted support and review outcomes.
• Manage statutory paperwork EHCP processes and multi-agency communication.
• Oversee intervention timetables and monitor impact across cohorts.
• Build staff capability through focused CPD and coaching in inclusive strategies.
• Work with families and external specialists to ensure cohesive support pathways.

Person specification

• Qualified teacher with SENCO training/experience and strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Confident in multi-agency liaison statutory processes and using data to demonstrate impact.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a child-centred approach to planning and provision in Bristol.
• Organised resilient and available to take up the role in January 2026.

To be considered for this SENCO position please forward a CV as soon as possible.