SENCo and Teacher (Maynards Green Community Primary School)

Job introduction

About the role

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Maynards Green for a SENCo or experienced teacher looking to train as a SENCo to join our team from September 2025. The role also includes a day of teaching in KS1 each week, bringing the part time hours to 0.6.

We are looking to appoint a committed and knowledgeable practitioner to lead the SEN provision within our amazing school. The successful candidate will administrate all aspects of the SEND role as well as playing a key role in the Safeguarding team. It is desirable that the candidate has recent experience teaching in KS1, although this is not essential. 

Our school is driven by our core values, and we are looking for someone who can support our team to bring these values to life in the classroom, and foster limitless aspiration for our pupils. We believe that all children should be given the opportunity to learn inclusively within the classroom and are seeking a SENCo who can support our team of highly skilled and committed teachers and support staff to achieve this.

We are looking for a someone who: 

• Has Qualified Teacher Status and the NASENCo Qualification or is looking to achieve NASENCo Qualification within the next 3 years;
• Has experience of working with a range of SEND pupils and their families; 
• Is an excellent teacher who can deliver highly effective SEND leadership and support for the staff and families of Maynards Green;
• Shares our belief that education is a partnership between pupils, teachers and families;
• Demonstrates commitment to high expectations of children’s attainment and behaviour;
• Has relationships as a strength, with high levels of emotional intelligence;
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and recognises the importance of well-being for every pupil, family and staff member.

We can offer you: 

• A warm welcome and a forward-thinking leadership team who welcome fresh ideas, honest values and a sense of teamwork;
• A strong team of staff and governors who are supportive and care for each other;
• Positive, well-behaved pupils who are enthusiastic and eager to learn;
• A commitment to enable you to grow professionally and be part of a true learning culture.

We are looking to appoint for September 2025.

The role is ideally for 2 full days SENCO and 1 full day teaching in KS1, however we are open to negotiation as we wholeheartedly believe in supporting flexible working.  

If you would like to be part of the Maynards Green community, please contact finance@maynardsgreen.org or telephone 01435 – 812622 to arrange a visit or for an application pack. 

Working pattern: Part-time
(As the position is  part-time, the above salary will be pro rata)
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

Additional Information

Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.

Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Work Permits

We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits. 

If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.

Reasonable adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.

Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.

Equal Opportunities

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.