Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENDCo)

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENDCo)

• Employer: Holly Spring Primary School
• Salary: TMS/UPS plus SEN allowance
• Location: Holly Spring Primary School
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 04/11/2026 at 09:00
• Reference: Pri/26/

Holly Spring Primary School is looking for an experienced and highly organised SENDCo to join our inclusive school, where pupils and staff thrive, for January 2027 (or sooner).

You must have the NASENCo qualification or equivalent or currently have the NPQ for Sencos in progress.

Why Join Holly Spring?

At Holly Spring, we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs. Our excellent provision includes:

• Three additional classes specifically for children with SEND
• Nurture groups in both KS1 and KS2
• A wide range of targeted interventions, including Forest School and ELSA sessions

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

• Is passionate about transforming outcomes for young people with SEND
• Is self-motivated, well-organised, and able to manage time effectively
• Can work collaboratively to support teachers in developing inclusive, personalised strategies for individual pupils

In return we offer:

• A supportive leadership team
• A dedicated SENDCo office and some administrative support
• A welcoming and professional environment where staff thrive and feel valued

About Our School

Holly Spring Primary is a large, well-resourced, three-form entry school located in the Bullbrook area of Bracknell. Our extensive grounds include:

• A beautiful forest learning environment
• A tranquil sensory garden
• Spacious classrooms designed to support learning and wellbeing

We are a warm and caring school community that works together to make a real difference in children’s lives.

To learn more about our ethos, values, and curriculum, please visit our website.

Closing Date: Wednesday 4th November at 9:00am
Interviews: by mutual agreement

Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check because it involves contact with (or access to data concerning) children.

Equal Opportunities -

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing equality of opportunity to all. Our aim is to treat all employees and prospective employees with integrity, respect and consideration.

Bracknell Forest Council – Working for Equality. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Disability -

We are a Disability Symbol User and as such have made a commitment to guarantee an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria of the person specification.

We will make reasonable adjustments to help a person with a disability through the application & selection process and, if successful, to assist you in carrying out the duties of your job.

Pre–employment medical check -

As a condition of the Offer of Employment, the successful applicant will be asked to complete an Occupational Health questionnaire form.

The purpose of the questionnaire is to assess whether you have any medical problems that may affect your ability to undertake the role. If necessary reasonable adjustments or modifications will be suggested to assist you in carrying out the duties of the job.

References -

On your application form you will be asked to provide the names and addresses of two people who will provide a reference. At least one must be from your current employer, completed by a suitable person with appropriate authority. We take up references for all shortlisted candidates and wherever possible we like to apply for these prior to interview.

Employment -

Any candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for the role by assessing their circumstances against the relevant criteria.

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