SENDCo

Location: Fishponds, Bristol. Start date: 1st September 2026. Hours: Full‑time, 8:30am – 4:00pm, Monday to Friday. Type: Temp to perm. Salary: £32,916 – £51,047.36 (paid daily during temp period).

About the Role

Elmtree Grove School is seeking a passionate and skilled SENDCo to join our specialist provision for primary‑aged learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND SEMH, trauma, ADHD, Autism). This is more than a coordination role – it’s an opportunity to shape provision, influence whole‑school practice, and make a lasting difference to children who need it most.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school in line with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Oversee EHCPs, annual reviews, and liaise with local authorities.
• Drive high‑quality, personalised provision for pupils with complex needs.
• Support and develop staff in inclusive and trauma‑informed practice.
• Work closely with families to build strong, trusting partnerships.
• Coordinate multi‑agency input (e.g. Educational Psychologists, SALT, Social Care).
• Contribute to safeguarding, behaviour support, and pastoral planning.
• Line‑manage and develop the Learning Support team.
• Monitor the impact of interventions and ensure accountability.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.
• Fully qualified teacher (induction passed).
• National Award for SEND Coordination or willingness to achieve.
• Strong experience with complex SEND and/or SEMH.
• In‑depth knowledge of EHCP processes and SEND legislation.
• Experience working with external agencies and local authorities.
• A calm, resilient, and solution‑focused approach.

Desirable Qualities

• Experience in a specialist or independent setting.
• Training in trauma‑informed or therapeutic approaches.

Benefits

• Bright HR – online HR management portal with partner discounts.
• Private Healthcare (Vitality).
• Employee Assist – independent healthcare perks.
• Free role‑specific accredited training.
• Employee Support Assistant – dedicated support and coaching.
• Pension scheme (not currently teacher pension scheme).
• Company celebration events.

Equal Opportunities

Elmtree Grove School is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

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