Job Description

Employer
Oasis Academy South Bank Primary
Location
Lambeth, Greater London
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Salary
38,766 - 60,092 (MPS1 - UPS3)
Posted
11th June 2025
Start Date
1st September 2025
Expires
25th June 2025 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Start Date
1st September 2025
Job ID
1492343
Start Date
1st September 2025
Contract Type :Permanent Job ID: 1492343

Ideally we are looking for a candidate to start at the beginning of the 2025/6 academic year. However, for the right candidate we are happy to welcome someone from October half-term to allow for notice periods.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Do you have the vision, dedication and expertise to lead on inclusive practices and support every learner to achieve their full potential? We are seeking an experienced and committed SENCo to join our vibrant and inclusive school.


We're a unique Academy, with a strong community feel despite our location in central London. We truly believe it takes a village to raise a child and are proud of the role we play in our children's development. As such at South Bank Primary we do not underestimate the importance of community and know that support must go beyond the academy gates. We welcome all families and carers to be involved in the life of our academy.


Our ideal candidate will be an experienced SEN professional with knowledge of how to support children with a range of SENs and a passion to include. Our school includes a SEN resource base for up to 12 children and our SENCo will play a key role in supporting the base's staff team. The role also includes 2 days teaching in a Key Stage 2 class.

You'll be responsible for:

Leading the strategic development of SEN provision across the school Identifying pupils with SEN and ensuring appropriate supports and interventions are put in place Working with the local authority to apply for and manage Educational, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) Support our SEN resource base staff and children Providing training, guidance and support to staff on inclusive teaching and learning practices Report on progress and maintain accurate records of SEN provision and pupil achievement Teaching two days a week in a Key Stage 2 class
A full job description is attached to this vacancy.

You'll bring:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) National Award for SEN (or willingness to complete) Proven experience supporting children with a range of special educational needs Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation Excellent interpersonal, organisational and leadership skills A genuine passion for inclusion and child-centred education Our offer to you Access to a network of experienced SEN professionals within the Oasis Educational Trust and support from our National Lead Practitioners Being part of a community-led school with deep roots in the local area Ongoing and comprehensive CPD, with the benefit of access to Trust wide resources A caring, inclusive school culture where every child is valued

Application process

If you're interested and you would like to know more, we welcome conversations or school visits. Start your application to find out how to arrange this.


Or, if you can't wait to apply and start the conversation at an interview - please click 'fast apply' to complete the application form and tell us all about you, your experience and how your ambition to see every student succeed matches ours.

Closing date: Wednesday 25 June 2025, 11:59pm

Interviews: w/c 30 June 2025

If you intend to apply,

we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible

. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and holding interviews in line with this. This could result in the advert closing before the advertised date.




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Safeguarding Statement:

Johanna Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.