SENDCO

SENDCO Job Overview Salary: MPS/UPS (plus SENDCo Allowance) Hours: School Core Hours We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and forward-thinking practitioner who has achieved the National Award for SENDCo (or is willing to work towards). The role will be varied and will include working with pupils with individual needs, overseeing the creation and implementation of individual plans to enable pupils to access the curriculum, reviewing and assessing pupil progress and targets, liaising with external agencies, and providing pastoral support to pupils and their families. The Opportunity: This will be a fulfilling and rewarding role where you will be making a difference to children’s learning and progress. To enhance specialist skills working alongside dedicated and professional staff in a large and highly successful multi-academy trust. Outstanding professional development opportunities for all our staff. The Ideal Candidate: Has experience of SEND teaching across primary/secondary age range. Has led school improvement initiatives and is committed to achieving high standards. Possesses outstanding communication skills and can work well in teams. Has a thorough understanding of child protection and safeguarding issues. About Meridian Trust: Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary, and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire, and Northamptonshire. Benefits: Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in. Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT). Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources. Cycle to work scheme. Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme. Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations. Free on-site parking. Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays. To explore our full range of benefits, please visit

here . For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. Closing date for applications:

23 February 2025 Interviews will be held on:

TBC Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment. The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.

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