SENCO – Independent Primary School, Cheltenham

SENCO Independent Primary School Cheltenham

Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School information:
This is a prestigious well-established Independent Primary School in Cheltenham known for its nurturing environment exceptional teaching quality and strong academic outcomes. The school educates children aged 4 to 11 and provides a warm supportive and child-centred community where every pupil is valued and encouraged to thrive.

The school prides itself on small class sizes personalised learning and outstanding pastoral provision. Parents hold the school in high regard for its communication friendly culture and commitment to developing confident happy and resilient learners. The curriculum is broad creative and enriched through sports the arts outdoor learning languages and STEM education. The school places a high value on emotional wellbeing inclusion and early intervention.

Staff are supported by a collaborative leadership team that prioritises professional development wellbeing and high standards across all areas. The school has strong SEND systems in place and works closely with external professionals including educational psychologists speech therapists and occupational therapists.

SEND Provision:
The school seeks an experienced and passionate SENCO to lead and strengthen its SEND provision. The SENCO will be responsible for identifying pupil needs overseeing assessments coordinating tailored intervention programmes managing teaching assistants developing individual support plans liaising with external agencies and ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.

You will work closely with classroom teachers to promote high-quality inclusive practice and ensure that all pupils receive the support they need to progress academically socially and emotionally. The SENCO will provide staff training monitor SEND provision across year groups contribute to whole-school strategic planning and ensure the highest standards of documentation.

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable empathetic well-organised and committed to ensuring that all pupils with additional needs receive outstanding support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive forward-thinking independent school with a strong commitment to inclusion.

Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete within statutory timeframe)
Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary or secondary school
Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and statutory guidance
Ability to lead staff coordinate provision and communicate effectively with parents and external agencies
Excellent organisational skills and accuracy in documentation
Confidence managing EHCP processes interventions and assessments
Empathy patience and a commitment to inclusive child-centred education

Application
To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.