Job Description

Do you have a strong background in SEND and a passion for supporting inclusive practice across a range of school contexts?

ISA has a small team of staff working to support the Heads of nearly 800 independent schools. This new role will contribute to the ISA mission by supporting the development and implementation of effective SEND practices across the membership. The post-holder will work with a wide range of schools, including those with dedicated SEND provision, those within SEND-focused groups, and mainstream schools supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

How to Apply?

Applications by email only and must include a letter of application, as well as your CV, and the core details form.

See our website.

: Full information on the role and application process is on the Vacancies at ISA page on our website.

Closing date for applications

: 11 September 2025 (9.00 am)

Interviews

: will be held on 26 September 2025 at ISA House

Salary

: 40,944 - 49,771; plus 7% pension contribution

Contract

: Permanent Contract (with probationary period) and subject to checks that include the right to work in the UK.

Reports to

: Director of Education & Inclusion

Hours of Work

: 35 hrs per week (plus one hour unpaid lunch break), Mon-Fri. Usually 9-5, but some flexibility: see job description.

Holiday Entitlement

: 25 days per annum plus up to 8 bank holidays. Annual leave usually to be taken during school holiday periods. Alternatively, possibility of termtime only contract (39 weeks per year).

Location

: Great Chesterford (Essex/Cambridge border), or hybrid or remote (see details in job spec on our website.

The role involves some travel nationally, sometimes requiring overnight stays

Remote, Flexible and Hybrid Working:

If you are seeking a fully remote contract or significant hybrid working, please make your expectations and availability clear in your application letter.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: 40,944.00-49,771.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Application question(s):

Do you have a minimum of 5 years' employment experience in a relevant role in education related to SEND? Do you live in England?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Great Chesterford CB10 1PF

Application deadline: 10/09/2025
Reference ID: 25.09 SEND C