Lead SENDCo

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust is seeking a passionate Lead SENDCo to oversee SEND provisions across four academies in the Doncaster and North Lincs area. The successful candidate will have a strategic role in enhancing inclusive practices, working collaboratively with school staff to provide expert guidance on additional needs. This position is ideal for dedicated professionals eager to make a significant impact on students' educational experiences. Candidates must demonstrate leadership in SEND and a commitment to putting students first.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in SEND leadership across schools.
• Ability to shape and implement SEND policies.
• Strong background in developing inclusive educational practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND provision across four academies.
• Coordinate with academy principals and SENCOs.
• Develop high-quality interventions and compliance strategies.

Skills

Leadership in SEND

Collaboration with educational staff

Expertise in inclusive practices

Compliance knowledge of statutory requirements

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

Job description

Role: Doncaster & North Lincs: Lead SENDCo

Start Date: 1 September 2026

Location: Doncaster and North Lincs

Salary: L8 - L12

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead and coordinate SEND provision across multiple settings, ensuring outstanding support for students with additional needs. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lead SENDCo across our community of 4 schools which will allow you to carry out the duties as the designated SENDCo in one of the academies alongside supporting the other 3 academies in our community. In addition, the academy that you will be based at will also have a dedicated full time Assistant SENDCo to enable you to successfully carry out your strategic duties. As your time will be split between Lead SENDCo and Academy SENDCo, the job description highlights the responsibilities for both.

You will spend 2 full days a week at your academy base, which could be Outwood Academy Brumby (Scunthorpe), Outwood Academy Adwick (Doncaster) or Outwood Academy Danum (Doncaster). This will be determined by agreement between you and the interview panel however it’s important your preference is clearly noted on your application form. The other 3 days during the week will be spent in the other 3 community schools which are not your base school.

As the Lead SENDCo across four academies, you will play a strategic role in shaping and implementing a unified approach to SEND provision, ensuring consistency and excellence across all schools. You will work closely with academy principals, SENCOs and support staff to develop and deliver high-quality inclusive practices, while also providing expert guidance on interventions, funding applications, and compliance with statutory requirements. By fostering collaboration among the academies, you will create an integrated support network, enhancing the educational experience and outcomes for all students with additional needs.

The Trust

The Trust embraces the opportunity to ensure that all children, irrespective of their starting point receive an excellent education. It relishes the opportunity to be part of the much needed regeneration of the areas it works in. It is one of the largest MAT’s in the country and with that, our academies can draw on a range of expertise. Senior leaders from the schools work closely together, sharing best practice and supporting one another to ensure continuous and never ending improvement for the students in the community.

This is an exciting time for the community and this role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead the future success of SEND practice across 4 academies. Above all, you will share the school and Trust’s commitment to putting Students First, Raising Standards and Transforming Lives.

For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nina Martin, Executive Officer, via email on [e-mail]

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