Class Teacher SENCO

Teacher with SENCO

St. William of York Catholic Primary School, Nugent Road, Bolton BL3 3DE
www.st-williams.bolton.sch.uk office@st-williams.bolton.sch.uk
NOR: 240 Required for: September 2026
Headteacher: Miss Rachael Adams
(MPS/ UPS plus TLR2C)

St William’s is an Outstanding, vibrant, multicultural school. We are proud of our strong sense of community, our inclusive ethos and our commitment to ensuring every child flourishes academically and socially. The Governors and school leaders are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed SENCO to join our dedicated team and work alongside SLT. We are looking for someone who is committed to building an exceptional and caring learning environment where all members of the school community can thrive.

“Pupils at this school receive a wonderful and happy learning experience. There are high expectations of what they can achieve. Pupils respond every day by working with high levels of focus Pupils’ achievements are impressive.” (Ofsted, 2025)

SEND and inclusion are one of the many strengths of St William’s. In this dual role, you will play a central part in shaping inclusive practice across the school. You will collaborate closely with students, families and staff to support pupils with special educational needs (SEN) to thrive both academically and personally. You will oversee the implementation of the school's SEN policy and will also be a key point of contact for external agencies. The post will involve some teaching responsibility (key stage to be agreed based on the successful candidate’s experience)

We actively welcome interest from colleagues who already hold the National SENCO award or NPQSenco, as well as from teachers who are committed to providing high quality SEND provision and inclusion. The successful candidate will play a vital role in developing the provision for our community.

“Adults teach the curriculum with accuracy and with an expert approach to identifying and supporting pupils with SEND.” (Ofsted, 2025)

The successful candidate will:

• be highly organised, dedicated and conscientious.
• be a highly skilled and experienced teacher with exemplary classroom practice and the skills to be able to coach and develop this within others.
• already have experience within SEND and inclusion within their current role and an excellent understanding of SEND Code of Practice.
• have a strong track record in identifying children’s needs and making a significant impact on the progress of all pupils.
• have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• be able to lead, motivate and inspire others to achieve excellence.
• be innovative, have a passion for high quality and inclusive education for all and be able to strategically lead and develop SEND across the school.
• be fully committed to our school and our values of promoting resilience, positivity and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and daily coordination of the school’s provision for pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and pupils to identify individual needs and implement appropriate support strategies.
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with external professionals and agencies to ensure all statutory responsibilities are met.
• Contribute to curriculum planning and delivery to ensure it is inclusive, engaging and accessible to all learners.
• Foster a positive, supportive classroom environment that inspires a love of learning and nurtures intellectual curiosity.

We can offer:

• A welcoming, inclusive and supportive Catholic school community.
• Fantastic children who are eager to learn
• Wide reaching CPD opportunities
• Excellent local and borough wide collaborative links
• Opportunities for leadership.
• A chance to make a real difference to the lives of children.

Closing Date: 22nd April at 12 noon

Interviews/Assessment: w/c 27th April
St William of York Catholic School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please only use the CES Application form attached to this advert.

Visits to school are welcomed and encouraged. Please call the office to arrange.

Application forms should be returned to the School Business Manager: Miss Shannon Butler. Email butlers@st-williams.bolton.sch.uk