Special Educational Needs Coordinator

Permanent Part-time (0.4) Special Educational Needs Coordinator

Start Date: 1st September 2025

At Ashfield Infant and Nursery School, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child is valued and supported to achieve their full potential. We are a friendly, welcoming school with a strong ethos of collaboration, care, and excellence in early education.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our team on a part-time basis (0.4 FTE). The successful candidate will lead the strategic development of SEND provision across the school and work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure high-quality support for our pupils with additional needs.

Salary: MPR4 £38,034 – U1 £45,646

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead the day-to-day operation of SEND policy and provision
•    Coordinate and review provision for children with SEND, including those with EHCPs
•    Support and advise colleagues on inclusive teaching practices
•    Monitor the progress of SEND pupils and ensure accurate record keeping
•    Liaise with external professionals to access specialist support and advice
•    Engage effectively with parents and carers of SEND pupils

We Are Looking For Someone Who:
•    Holds the National Award for SEN Coordination (or is working towards it)
•    Has a strong understanding of current SEND legislation and best practice
•    Has experience working in a primary or early years setting
•    Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•    Is organised, proactive, and able to lead with empathy and clarity
•    Is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for all children

We Offer:
•    A supportive and collaborative team environment.
•    A leadership team that values your input and expertise
•    Ongoing professional development opportunities.
•    The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our children’s educational journey.

Please see our school website www.ashfieldinf.cumbria.sch.uk for further information.

To apply please send a completed Cumberland Council application form, along with a covering letter, to admin@ashfieldinf.cumbria.sch.uk 
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged – please contact the school office on 01900 606301 to arrange.
Closing Date: Wednesday 11th June 2025  at 12 noon
Interviews: Wednesday 18th June 2025

Ashfield Infant and Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.