SENCo Primary School Teacher

• Grace Cook Primary School
• Address:Fuller Way Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 1GB
• Salary:MPR/UPR plus SEN Allowance
• Hours:Full Time 3 days as Class Teacher 2 days as SENDCo
• Contract:Permanent required from 13 April 2026
• Reference:8218

Grace Cook Primary School is seeking a motivated committed and experienced Class Teacher with SENDCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator) Duties to join our warm passionate and forward-thinking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a thriving school within OMAT (Orwell Multi Academy Trust) a collaborative and supportive trust dedicated to excellence in education.

Applications for just the SENDCo role will be considered.

About the roles

Class Teacher

As our Class Teacher you will deliver high-quality teaching and learning across three days each week. You will bring creativity commitment and high expectations for all pupils 3 days per week.

You will:

• be an excellent classroom practitioner
• put pupils first in everything you do
• plan and deliver engaging learning that secures strong outcomes
• have high expectations of behaviour progress and achievement
• bring energy positivity resilience and innovation

• contribute to the continued development and success of our school.

SENDCo

As our SENDCo you will play a central role in shaping and delivering high-quality provision for pupils with SEND. You will work strategically and operationally to ensure every child receives the tailored support they need to flourish 2 days per week.

You will:

• lead and manage the schools SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice
• identify and assess pupils with additional needs and coordinate effective interventions
• work collaboratively with teachers support staff and families
• liaise with external specialists and agencies
• maintain accurate SEND records including EHCPs and provision maps
• monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of SEND provision

• be a qualified teacher holding NASENCO or NPQ for SEN (or be working towards it)

• be a reflective caring and knowledgeable practitioner

• be an effective communicator and confident leader

• be committed to improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.

We can offer you:

• wonderful children who are eager to learn
• a supportive dedicated and friendly staff team
• positive inclusive school ethos
• opportunities to collaborate with other schools across OMAT
• excellent CPD and professional growth opportunities

• a nurturing environment with fantastic facilities.

Become part of our journey

If you are passionate about making a difference and excited to join a growing and ambitious school within OMAT we would love to hear from you.

For more information

Please read the Class Teacher Job Description (Word) and the SENCo Job Description (Word).

Please contact the school by calling to find out more about this role.

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (Word) and Equal Opportunities Form (Word) by email to .

Closing date:9am 8 January 2026.