Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

• Nov_2026_-_SENCO_Job_description___person_specification

To apply, please visit https://ats-haveringschools.jobsgopublic.com and submit your application by clicking the 'Apply Online' link below.

Cedar Avenue

Upminster

RM14 2LW

Tel: 01708 225186

Email: office@branfil.havering.sch.uk

Head Teacher: Mrs Nicole Gunthorpe

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

Salary: Leadership Pay L6 £64,871 (£38,923 pro rata)

Contract : 3 days per week 0.6 FTE Temporary maternity cover

Start Date: 18th January 2027

The SENCO, under the direction of the headteacher, will:

• Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
• Be responsible for day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN and/or a disability
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and carers, and other agencies

While the SENCO will have responsibility for the oversight of provision for pupils with SEN and/or a disability, class teachers will hold responsibility for the day-to-day education and support of pupils within their classroom.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a more detailed explanation of the duties and responsibilities for this post.

We are a friendly, busy, forward thinking primary school where we believe in developing the whole child in a secure and challenging environment. We warmly invite you to come and see us in action so you can decide whether you would like to be part of our exciting journey.

Please apply online.

Closing Date: 27th November 2026 - 12pm

Interview Date: W/c 30th November 2026

References will be requested for shortlisted candidates before the interview and online searches will be conducted.

Branfil Primary School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.

Branfil is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all staff are required to undergo enhanced DBS checks.