SEND Officer

Salary: NJC 19 - 22 £25,923 - £27,247 (Actual salary) £31,067 - £32,654 (FTE) + well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 37 per week, 38 weeks per year
Contract: Permanent
Start date: September 2025

Are you passionate about SEND education and looking for a fulfilling career?

We are seeking a well organised and dedicated SEND Officer who will be the assistant to the SENDCo. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to progress further into the SEND route within Education, and we would welcome applications for current SEND leaders and aspiring SEND leaders with the relevant experience.

The SEND Officer role includes:

• Support the development of special educational needs (SEN) provision in the school
• Be a 'champion' for for the voice of pupils with SEND/additional needs or disabilities
• Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEND policy and work with the SENDCo to co-ordinate and deliver the specific provision to support individual pupils with SEND
• Support the SENCo/Inclusion Manager with applications for EHCPs and FFI
• Support the SENCo/Inclusion Manager with statutory reviews
• To ensure the best possible outcomes for pupils with SEND
• Provide guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies

Skills and experience we would welcome:

• GCSE C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent GCSE grade 4 or Level 2 functional skills)
• NVQ Level 3 Qualified / or appropriate level of experience
• Adaptable and flexible approach
• In depth experience of SEND within a school environment

Come and visit us:

If you would like to know more about this role or would like to arrange a visit please contact us.

About the school:

We are a diverse and dynamic school that celebrates and actively creates an inclusive learning environment. Our children are the heart of the school; we are so proud of their passion for learning, their support for one another and their desire to be great people.

We are lucky to have fantastic facilities at Cottingley, both indoor and out, that support us in ensuring we deliver the best possible education for our pupils and provide them with quality learning opportunities to make an impact on their lives.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of young people.

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

Closing date: 20th August

Interview dates: 27th August

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.