Curriculum Co-ordinator (QTS) – SEN / SEMH School

Location: Wythenshawe, Manchester
Salary: £42,000+ per annum (Negotiable DOE)
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP / September Start Available
Closing Date: 01 Aug 2026

Are you an experienced teacher ready to take the next step into curriculum leadership? Do you have a passion for creating engaging learning experiences that enable every pupil to achieve their full potential?

Luma Education Recruitment is working in partnership with an impressive specialist SEN and SEMH secondary school seeking a dedicated and ambitious Curriculum Co-ordinator (QTS) to join their leadership team. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine classroom teaching with curriculum leadership, helping to shape an innovative and inclusive curriculum that meets the diverse needs of pupils with SEN, SEMH and additional learning needs.

This is a rewarding permanent opportunity within a supportive, forward-thinking school that is committed to staff wellbeing, exceptional CPD, and long-term career progression.

As Curriculum Co-ordinator, you will:

• Lead the planning, development and continuous improvement of the curriculum across your designated subject area or key stage

• Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons to secondary-aged pupils with SEN, SEMH and additional learning needs

• Ensure the curriculum is inclusive, ambitious and tailored to meet pupils' individual EHCP targets and learning needs

• Monitor pupil progress and use data to drive improvements in teaching, learning and outcomes

• Support, coach and collaborate with teaching staff to share best practice and promote high-quality teaching

• Work closely with senior leaders to contribute to whole-school improvement priorities

• Foster a positive, structured learning environment where pupils can develop academically, socially and emotionally

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• Successful teaching experience within UK schools

• Previous experience leading a subject, curriculum area or phase is desirable

• Knowledge of SEN, SEMH and inclusive teaching practices

• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills

• A collaborative, resilient and child-centred approach

• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

• Permanent role with salary from £42,000+ (negotiable depending on experience)

• Outstanding CPD, leadership development and career progression opportunities

• Supportive and experienced senior leadership team

• Well-resourced specialist learning environment

• Opportunity to influence curriculum design and whole-school improvement

• Small class sizes with excellent classroom support

• A rewarding role where you will make a lasting impact on pupils' education and future opportunities

• Positive, welcoming school culture with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing

Luma Education Recruitment specialises in placing outstanding education professionals into permanent and long-term positions across the UK. From Teaching Assistants and Teachers through to Senior Leaders and Headteachers, we connect talented people with schools where they can thrive.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

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