Deputy Headteacher SENDCO

• Elmswell Community Primary School
• Address:Oxer Close ElmswellIP30 9UE
• Salary:L6 - L11
• Hours:Full Time
• Contract:Permanentrequired for 1 September 2026
• Reference: 8761

Elmswell Community Primary School is seeking aDeputy Headteacher / SENDCoto play a pivotal role in leading their successful and highly inclusive school.

You will:

• have the teaching experience and determination to build on the schools strong foundations and to take us forward on the next stage of our journey
• have the ambition dedication and determination to ensure all children reach their full potential
• have high expectations that will maintain and enhance the positive ethos of the school
• have the experience and resilience to meet the challenges presented by a diverse school population whilst embracing the opportunities to develop strong relationships within the school and wider community
• have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and develop teams by providing a strong role model recognising that successful outcomes arise from collaborative leadership that supports and empowers staff.

About Elmswell Community Primary School

Elmswell CP is a growing village school serving nearly 400 pupils. Our school is built on a strong sense of community where every child is known valued and supported to thrive both academically and personally.

At Elmswell we are committed to the success safety and well-being of every child. Safeguarding is at the heart of all we do alongside our focus on creating a warm and welcoming environment where children feel secure and able to flourish. We believe that school should be a place where children can truly enjoy and experience the magic of childhood where curiosity is encouraged imaginations are sparked and the joy of learning is celebrated each day.

We set high expectations for behaviour effort and attitude and offer a rich engaging curriculum designed to inspire a love of learning that will last a lifetime. Our goal is to prepare children not only for the next stage in their education but to help them grow into confident kind and capable individuals ready for the wider world.

Relationships are central to our work. We believe that strong respectful and supportive connections between staff pupils families and the wider community create the foundations for a successful and nurturing school. We highly value the partnership we share with parents and carers and we know that by working together we can provide the very best for every child.

Elmswell Community Primary School is a place where children are encouraged to learn grow and shine where they are nurtured to become lifelong learners who are excited about their future and confident in who they are.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (word) and Application Guidance (word) or alternatively please visit our website.

Please contact the school on or email:

How to apply

Please submit your completed Application Form (word)via email to:

Closing date: 12 pm 15 May 2026.

Interview date: 21 May 2026.

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This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Orderand 2020. It is also subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and childrens barred list check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks which are in place across the school.