SENDCO

We are recruiting at Westbourne Academy

SENDCO

1. L4 – L10 £53,602 to £62,202
2. Full Time, Permanent
3. Required: 01 September 2025

We are seeking to appoint an effective and professional SENDCO to promote a strong positive culture ensuring a safe, calm and purposeful environment for all.

You will be joining a dynamic and exciting team, creating a culture of outstanding success amongst our students.

The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of the commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people and up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance. The SENDCO will ensure that the academy meets its statutory commitment in relation to SEND, secure and manage SEND funding and assess and plan the academy SEND provision to ensure it meets the needs of all students. This will include the training and development of all staff. As a valued leader, you will use your sphere of influence to lead by example and consistently embody our high expectations at Westbourne Academy.

We welcome applications from ambitious individuals who have the drive, passion, and vision to lead the Academy forward. The appointed candidate will work collaboratively with other senior leaders and the Deputy SENDCo to ensure all aspects of SEND provision are planned, delivered, and reviewed, securing a strong and effective provision.

If you have what it takes, you can join an experienced, innovative team with incredible potential – and look forward to a future that could take you anywhere within the Trust’s Twenty-Two schools.

About Academy Transformation Trust

We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies whose mission is to transform the learning, aspirations, and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.

What’s in it for you?

Access to continuous personal development programs, a bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance program (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, cycle to work scheme, and discounts on many major high street brands.

If you wish to discover more about this exciting opportunity, need any further information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Westbourne Academy on 01473742315.

Westbourne Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2024. We are committed to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.

Closing date: 09:00am, Tuesday 29 April 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed