KS2 TeacherSENDCo

Key Stage 2 Teacher & SENDCo

Location: Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green (Wakefield South)

Contract: Permanent Full-Time (3 days Classroom / 2 days SENDCo)

Start Date: September 2026

Your Career Your Pathway

Whether you are an experienced SENDCo looking for a supportive new environment or a passionate teacher ready to take the next step into leadership we want to hear from you.

• For Qualified Applicants: Bring your expertise to an academy that truly values inclusion. You will have two dedicated days per week to lead our SEND strategy shape interventions and mentor staff within a close-knit one-form entry school.
• For Aspiring SENDCos: Take the leap with our full backing. We will provide you with the opportunity to complete the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO/NPQ SEND) fully funded and supported by the Trust at Masters level while gaining hands-on leadership experience.

A Message from Lindsey Corbett Principal

At Newstead Green we are a small one-form entry school with a big heart. Situated in the village of Havercroft on the border of Wakefield and Barnsley we pride ourselves on a holistic approach that supports not only our pupils but their families too. The team here is what makes it a special place to be; we go above and beyond for one another. As a leader I ensure that your development aspirations and opinions are always heard and fully valued.

Why Choose Outwood Primary Academy Newstead Green

• The Best of Both Worlds: A unique split role that allows you to maintain your impact in the classroom while developing specialised leadership skills.
• Inclusive Excellence: Join a school committed to an environment where every child regardless of background or individual need is empowered to thrive.
• The Outwood Family Advantage: We are part of a Trust renowned for transforming lives and raising standards. You will have access to a vast network of expertise resources and professional development.
• Geographic Flexibility: We work with you to ensure your deployment matches your skillset and commute. Being part of our wider family of schools offers unique opportunities to collaborate across different settings and further develop your practice.

The Role

• In the Classroom (3 Days): Support children aged 711 in developing deeper knowledge and critical thinking. You will foster independence resilience and a love for learning in preparation for secondary education.
• In Leadership (2 Days): Lead the SEND provision at Newstead Green. You will work closely with families and external partners to ensure our curriculum remains broad balanced and accessible to all.

Ready to make a real difference

We would be delighted to welcome you to our team. We encourage you to visit our academy to see our inclusive community in action.

Recruitment Booklet:

• To access the Teacher recruitment bookletclick here

The localities are:

• Wakefield Central (OPA Ledger Lane Lofthouse Gate Kirkhamgate Park Hill Greenhill)
• Wakefield South Barnsley Doncaster (OPA Bell Lane Newstead Green Littleworth Grange Darfield and Woodlands)
• North (OPA Greystone OPA Alne)
• East (Outwood Junior Academy Brumby)

If you have any questions regarding this role or wish to arrange a visit please contact Nic Mullooly at

The Primary Classroom Teachers core duties involve responsibility for supervision and the progress of children in allocated classes which includes striving to deliver outstanding and interactive lessons and ensuring differentiation and personalisation of learning for all children.

The role requires applying current guidelines on effective learning and teaching developing and implementing a scheme of work and providing good quality assessment using formative and summative methods. Teachers must also evaluate lessons and their teaching strategies to reflect and act on strengths and areas for development track childrens progress against their targets and promote the consistent and fair use of the behaviour policy within the Academy environment.

Furthermore the teacher acts as the first line of contact for parents and carers concerns regarding their childs performance and well-being.

• To view our job description pleaseclick here.