Job Description

About Us


This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic SENDCo to join our wonderful village school.



Our spacious school and grounds are set in the heart of the village within easy reach of the M23 and Brighton.

We can offer:

Children who are enthused about their learning and whose behaviour is good An exciting and positive working atmosphere A supportive induction package The support of a hard-working team including friendly staff, parents and governors

We are looking for someone who:

Assist the Headteacher and governors with the strategic development of SEND policy and provision Monitor the quality of support for pupils with SEND by establishing effective systems to identify and meet the needs of pupils. Liaise with staff, parents, external agencies and other schools to provide maximum support Analyse and interpret relevant school, local and national information relating to pupils with SEND and advice the Head of the levels of resources required to maximise achievement Has a strong commitment to raising standards

Copthorne Junior School is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and this post is subject to DBS and pre-employment checks.



West Sussex County Council meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Please note, because of the nature of this job, if you are successful in your application, you will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. This will be done by means of applying for an "Enhanced Disclosure". Disclosures include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, spent or unspent.


Job Details

Salary:

TMS/UPS

Contract Type:

Part-time

Working Pattern:

2 days a week

Location:

Copthorne Junior School

Interviews:

Monday 9th February 2026


Further Information


Copthorne CE Junior School and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.


How to Apply


To apply for this role please download the job description and application form below.



Please complete the application form and ensure that you outline your motivations for applying and explaining the skills and experience you can bring to the role (please refer to the key skills in the job description).



Once complete please return this to

sbm@copthornejunior.co.uk

Should you have any questions regarding the role or the application please feel free to email us or contact us on

01342 712372

NOTE TO CANDIDATES

- Please

do not

select the 'Apply online' button as the School processes your applications directly rather than through this site.


The reference number for this role is SCHO01530.



LOCATION

Burgess Hill/ Crawley/ Horsham/ East Grinstead/Hassocks

CONTRACT TYPE

Permanent

JOB TYPE

Education - Teaching

CLOSING DATE

02 February 2026