SENco

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Location: Wirral, Merseyside

School Type: Junior Primary School (KS2)

Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temporary to Permanent

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: MPS / UPS + TLR 2 / SEN Allowance (Dependent on experience)

About the Role

Are you an experienced, passionate, and qualified SENCO looking for your next rewarding challenge?

A vibrant and welcoming junior primary school on the Wirral, is seeking to appoint an inspirational SENCO to lead our dedicated inclusion team. This is a unique temp-to-perm opportunity starting in September 2026. For the right candidate, this long-term temporary position will transition into a permanent contract, offering excellent job security and room for professional growth.

As our SENCO, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic development of our SEND policy and provision. You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, parents, and external agencies to ensure that our Key Stage 2 pupils with additional needs achieve their full potential in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the strategic direction and day-to-day operation of SEND provision across the junior school.

• Coordinate targeted support and interventions for Key Stage 2 children with EHCPs and SEN support plans.

• Support, mentor, and advise teaching staff and TAs on high-quality inclusive classroom practices.

• Liaise effectively with external professionals, local authorities (Wirral SEND team), and health services.

• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers, keeping them closely involved in their child’s progress and transition planning.

Person Specification (Requirements)

Please Note: Due to the requirements of this role, we can only consider applicants who meet the qualification and experience criteria below.

• Qualifications: National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCO) or the new National Professional Qualification for SENCOs (NPQ SENCO).

• Experience: Proven track record of working successfully as a SENCO within a primary school setting (Junior/KS2 experience is highly desirable).

• Knowledge: Up-to-date, comprehensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and funding structures.

• Skills: Exceptional communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead a team and advocate passionately for children.

What We Offer

• A warm, community-focused junior school environment with enthusiastic pupils.

• A direct pathway from a temporary assignment to a permanent contract.

• A supportive Senior Leadership Team dedicated to staff well-being and professional development.

• Competitive pay based on the teacher pay scales, inclusive of a TLR or SEN allowance.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a lasting difference in our school community, we would love to hear from you.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references will be required for the successful candidate.