Outwood Grange Academies Trust
SENDCO
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Role: SENDCo
Start Date: 05/01/2026
Location: Outwood Academy Acklam
Salary: L5 - L9
Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday
Outwood Academy Acklam, Middlesbrough seeks applications from outstanding applicants who possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of Students First: raising standards and transforming lives. Working alongside the existing SENDCo, this role is a key appointment in ensuring the positive life chances of our students through success and achievement.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As such we are keen to recruit a dedicated and ambitious professional who will add value to the academy. A passion for supporting our most vulnerable students and those with barriers to learning is essential. This outstanding individual will provide expert advice, modelled through outstanding teaching to develop the practice of all staff and will work closely with our dedicated inclusion team to support our students.
- To view the full Job Description, please Click Here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GYgVphBOIIYGfiT_x1mRnSGkjsC_qva5/view?usp=sharing]
QUALIFICATIONS
The SENDCo role requires Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and being a Qualified SENDCo. Essential experience includes substantial teaching and a proven track record of success with all SEN pupil groups.
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The successful candidate must demonstrate experience in staff management, working cooperatively with parents and other professionals, and planning/delivering a professional development programme.
Key skills required include a strong knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusion best practice, and pastoral care. They need a sound understanding of the National Curriculum and strategies to support children with special needs. Finally, the role requires effective communication, prioritizing work, and a commitment to the Trust's "Students First" ethos.
- To view the full Person Specification, please Click Here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-S476AmV_r7uPGha0SbyEr5kmpcXWhjn/view?usp=sharing]
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a comprehensive package focused on career development, fair pay, and well-being:
- Competitive Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Teachers' Pension Scheme.
- Professional Growth: Access extensive CPD, progression to Masters level, and development via the Outwood Institute of Education and National Institute of Teaching.
- Workload & Support: Committed to a manageable workload via our Workload Charter and guarantee a minimum of two hours of CPD each week.
- Wellbeing & Flexibility: Enhanced occupational leave, flexible family policies, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
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- Further Information on employee benefits can be found Click Here [https://www.outwood.com/jointhefamily]
- To find out more about working for Outwood and to read a message from our CEO please Click Here [https://www.outwood.com/about-us]
Note: If applying from an external job board, please click 'Apply' to access the working links on the Outwood Careers page
Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.
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