Senco - Part-time

Part‑Time SENCO – St John’s School, Sevenoaks – 3 Days Per Week for a September 2026 or January 2027 Start

St John’s School, Sevenoaks, is a warm, welcoming and high-achieving independent primary school with a strong sense of community and a commitment to supporting every child’s individual journey.

We are seeking an experienced, passionate and highly organised SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) to join our dedicated team on a part‑time basis (3 days per week).

As SENCO, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with additional needs, working closely with staff, families and external professionals to ensure inclusive, personalised and effective learning strategies are in place.

The role will be varied working across the school. It is an exciting role where you get to shape the future of our young people. Each day is a new challenge and you will make a difference to the lives of our pupils.

As SENCO, you will demonstrate our school vision and values and ensure we are fulfilling our school motto of ‘All different, all equal, all learning together in God’s world.’

• Identify and assess pupils with SEND and coordinate appropriate provision.
• Create and oversee Education and Health Care Plans (EHCPs) and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Lead on SEND policy and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Liaise with and provide guidance to parents, carers and external agencies to ensure strong partnerships.
• Determine the strategic development of SEN policy and provision in the school.
• Coordinate the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and specific provision to support individual pupils.
• Maintain an accurate SEND register and provision map, analysing assessment data to inform interventions.
• Identify pupils' SEN, coordinate provision and communicate regularly with parents and carers.
• Promote the inclusion of pupils with SEND in the school community and access to the curriculum.
• Lead INSET training and share best practice with the staff team.
• Line manage support staff and lead TA meetings.

• A qualified teacher with the National Professional Qualification for SEN (or willingness to obtain it).
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current legislation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A nurturing and collaborative approach with a genuine passion for inclusive education.

• A supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking leadership team.
• A close-knit, friendly staff body.
• A beautiful setting in the heart of Sevenoaks.
• A real opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Friendly, inclusive school community with a focus on staff wellbeing.

St John’s is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share in this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. St John’s is an equal opportunities employer.