SENDCo/Inclusion Lead

Hours of Post: 0.8 (4 days a week)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Grade: MPS/UPS plus SEND Allowance

Closing date: Monday 9th March 2026

Shortlisting: Tuesday 10th March 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 17th March 2026

Start Date of Post: 1st September 2026

‘The school has high expectations for pupils’ achievement, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and for those who are disadvantaged. Pupils rise to these expectations.’ Ofsted July 2024

The Governors and Headteacher at St. Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational SENDCo/Inclusion Lead. St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is a nurturing and welcoming school where Christ is at the centre of everything we do. The governors of this successful school invite applications from highly motivated and organised individuals with energy and vision to join this enthusiastic and supportive team

The SENDCo and Inclusion Lead will be a core member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and will contribute to whole-school strategic development. The postholder will also hold, or be willing to train for, the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).

We are looking for someone who:

Is an outstanding practitioner, committed to inclusive learning and with a child-centred vision of education
Can lead and work as part of a team and build positive relationships with families and external agencies
Has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
Has high expectations for all children

St. Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is a diverse, inclusive and welcoming school community. Our children enjoy learning and appreciate the nurturing ethos of our school. We have a dedicated hard-working team of talented and caring staff and a fully supportive governing body.

In return we can offer you:

· a caring and positive environment inspired by our strong Catholic ethos
· happy and hard-working pupils who love to learn and are a pleasure to teach
· highly supportive parents
· governors who are committed and work hard to ensure the continued success of the school
· an extremely talented and hard-working team dedicated to making a difference to every child

Visits to view the school are warmly welcomed.

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.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including DBS check and will then be required to sign the CES Contract.

Please send completed applications to: headteacher@st-bernadettes.stockport.sch.uk

Applicants should demonstrate how they meet the criteria in the person specification and state their particular areas of interest and expertise in their supporting letter.

Diocese of Shrewsbury in partnership with Stockport Local Authority

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