SENCO & Class Teacher

Woodlands; Dover; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent primary school in Dover is looking for a dedicated SENCo to lead SEND provision while teaching for two days each week. You'll work with staff and external agencies to support children with additional needs, ensuring they thrive academically and socially. Ideal candidates will have Qualified Teacher Status and experience in a primary setting. The school offers a supportive team, opportunities for professional development, and a focus on inclusive education.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive staff team

Dedicated leadership time

Qualifications

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Experience of SEND within a primary school setting.
• Strong and reflective classroom practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the primary age range.
• Support pupils with additional needs.
• Teach a class for two days per week.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Classroom management

Knowledge of SEND

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

National Award for SEN Coordination (NPQ)

Job description

Vale View School is a welcoming and inclusive primary school seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic SENCo to join our team. This role includes class responsibility for two days per week, alongside leading SEND provision across the school. The successful candidate will work closely with staff, pupils, families, and external agencies to ensure every child with additional needs is supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Vale View School is proud to be part of the Whinless Down Academy Trust that provides excellent opportunities for local children in local schools, run by local people. We are a primary school only trust, based in Dover, Kent and comprises of Vale View, St Martins and Priory Fields Schools. Collaborative working is integral to the trust approach, and we continue to support and learn from each other. We are a friendly and supportive team that work together to secure the very best outcomes for our children through an exciting and engaging curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of our pupils. We actively work to develop all of our staff at all levels and in all roles - fulfilling our true belief that learning changes lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the primary age range in line with the SEND Code of Practice

• Identify, assess, and support pupils with additional needs

• Coordinate and review EHCPs, class provision maps and personalised learning plans alongside class teachers

• Work collaboratively with class teachers, support staff, parents, and outside professionals

• Provide advice and support to staff to promote inclusive classroom practice

• Teach a class for two days per week, delivering engaging and high-quality lessons

• Contribute to the caring and inclusive ethos of the school

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Hold, or be willing to work towards, the National Award for SEN Coordination (NPQ)

• Have experience of SEND within a primary school setting

• Be a strong and reflective classroom practitioner

• Have excellent communication and organisational skills

• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

• We Offer:

  • A supportive and friendly staff team

  • Dedicated leadership time for SENCo responsibilities and a dedicated office space

  • A support network of SENCos across the trust who share knowledge and expertise.

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • Motivated pupils and supportive families

School visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged.