SENDCO

Lakeside Primary School
Hatherley Road, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
GL51 6HR
01242 524756

Post Title (Subject) SENDCO
Grade MPS/UPS
Allowances TLR 2a
Hours Full Time
Contract Permanent
Interview Date: 01/10/2025
Start Date 01/01/2026

Lakeside Primary School is a large and busy primary school in Up Hatherley. The Head Teacher seeks to appoint an outstanding, resilient and self-motivated professional to the post of full time SENDCo to join our school team from January 2026 on a permanent contract. The role is ideally suited to an experienced SENDCo, though applications from those studying towards the NPQ for SENDCos are welcomed.

The school is an inspiring, rewarding and happy place – a true slice of society - with children and families who really give back when you put in. The Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) will be responsible for working with and supporting the school in several key areas. The fundamental task is to support the head teacher in ensuring that all staff recognise the importance of planning their lessons in ways that will encourage the inclusion, participation and learning of all pupils.

The SENDCo is a valued member of the SLT and a Deputy DSL, providing high-level SEND oversight, acting as a champion for vulnerable pupils and promoting safeguarding and child protection at all times, all with the ultimate aim of ensuring all pupils with SEND enjoy success at Lakeside.

Tours of school are available as follows: Tuesday 9th September, 9.30am, Thursday 11th September, 4pm and Thursday 18th September, 4pm.

Interview dates, 1st and 2nd October

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff, and volunteers, to share the same commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.