SENDCO (0.6 FTE)

Durham High School is looking to recruit a strategic, energetic, adaptable, committed and highly organised part-time SENDCO to lead and develop our provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across the school. There is flexibility over how working days are structured, which will be discussed at interview).

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner or aspiring leader who is passionate about inclusion and ensuring that every pupil is able to thrive both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team of part-time Teaching Assistants, providing clear direction, support and professional guidance to ensure that interventions and in-class support are
effective, consistent and responsive to pupils’ needs.

The role will involve close collaboration with teaching staff, pastoral teams, families and external agencies to coordinate high-quality provision and remove barriers to learning.

We are proud of our inclusive ethos and believe that excellent SEND provision is central to the success of the whole school community.

The SENDCO will play a key strategic role in shaping provision, supporting staff development and promoting a culture where all pupils feel valued, supported and challenged to achieve their potential.

This is not a subject-specific teaching role. Instead, the SENDCO will take a lead in designing, coordinating and, where appropriate, delivering targeted small-group and one-to-one interventions to
support pupils with a range of additional needs. The role therefore offers significant opportunity to work directly with pupils and to have a measurable impact on their progress, confidence and wellbeing.