SENDCo​/Inclusion Lead

Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School Foliage Road Brinnington Stockport Cheshire SK5 8AR
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- Hours of Post: 0.8 (4 days a week) Contract Type:
Permanent Salary Grade: MPS/UPS and SEND Allowance Approx. pro rata salary per annum - £25,320.00 Closing date:
Monday 9th March 2026 Shortlisting:
Tuesday 10th March 2026 Interviews:
Tuesday 17th March 2026 Start Date of Post: 1st September 2026 ‘The school has high expectations for pupils’ achievement, including for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and for those who are disadvantaged. Pupils rise to these expectations.’

Ofsted July 2024 The Governors and Headteacher nadette’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an inspirational SENDCo/Inclusion Lead.

St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is a nurturing and welcoming school where Christ is at the centre of everything we do.

The governors of this successful school invite applications from highly motivated and organised individuals with energy and vision to join this enthusiastic and supportive team. The SENDCo and Inclusion Lead will be a core member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and will contribute to whole‑school strategic development.

The postholder will also hold, or be willing to train for, the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL).

• Is an outstanding practitioner, committed to inclusive learning and with a child‑centred vision of education.
• Can lead and work as part of a team and build positive relationships with families and external agencies.
• Has excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Has high expectations for all children.

St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School is a diverse, inclusive and welcoming school community.

Our children enjoy learning and appreciate the nurturing ethos of our school.

We have a dedicated hard‑working team of talented and caring staff and a fully supportive governing body.

In return we can offer you:

• a caring and positive environment inspired by our strong Catholic ethos
• happy and hard‑working pupils who love to learn and are a pleasure to teach
• highly supportive parents
• governors who are committed and work hard to ensure the continued success of the school
• an extremely talented and hard‑working team dedicated to making a difference to every child

Visits to view the school are warmly welcomed.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre‑employment clearances including DBS check and will then be required to sign the CES contract.

Please send completed applications to:
Headteacherst
- Applicants should demonstrate how they meet the criteria in the person specification and state their particular areas of interest and expertise in their supporting letter.

Diocese of Shrewsbury in partnership with Stockport Local Authority Stockport Council