Special Educational Needs Coordinator

SENCo – Blyth

Primary | Full-time/Part-time 

Are you a compassionate and experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCo) who is passionate about removing barriers to learning?

Ripple Education is recruiting a SENCo for a primary school in a school near Blyth. This is a full-time/ position, potentially part-time for the right candidate, until the remainder of the academic year 2026/2027.

Ripple Education is a local education recruitment agency working with schools, nurseries and specialist settings across the North East. We believe in finding the right person, not just a person, for every setting. Children are at the heart of every decision we make.

We’re looking for a knowledgeable, organised and approachable SENCo who can coordinate effective SEND provision, support colleagues and work closely with families to help every pupil participate, progress and succeed.

The role

Working closely with the school’s leadership team, you will:

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school
• Support the early identification and assessment of pupils’ needs
• Oversee the assess, plan, do and review cycle
• Support teachers to adapt their teaching and develop inclusive classroom practice
• Monitor the impact of support on pupils’ progress, participation and wellbeing
• Ensure pupils’ views and families’ perspectives inform decisions about support
• Liaise with the local authority, educational psychologists and other external professionals
• Coordinate contributions to Education, Health and Care needs assessments and annual reviews
• Maintain accurate SEND records and support effective information sharing
• Provide advice, guidance and training to colleagues
• Support pupils’ transitions between classes, settings and phases of education
• Follow the school’s and Ripple Education’s safeguarding procedures at all times

What we’re looking for

The successful candidate will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Relevant SENCo qualifications and eligibility for the role
• Experience coordinating SEND provision and supporting inclusive practice
• A strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and the graduated approach to support
• Experience working with Education, Health and Care plans and review processes
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external professionals
• Strong organisation, communication and record-keeping skills
• A child-centred approach and high expectations for every pupil
• A thorough understanding of safeguarding and the additional vulnerabilities some children and young people may experience

We’ll take the time to understand your qualifications, experience and approach to ensure this position is the right match for you and the school.

Why work with Ripple?

• Weekly pay and holiday pay
• Access to specialist training and professional development
• A friendly, supportive team who get to know you
• Support from experienced teachers and education professionals
• Guidance throughout your placement

Want to know what it’s really like working with Ripple? Take a look at our Google reviews and hear directly from the team who work with us.

Safer Recruitment Requirements

We take our responsibility to safeguard children extremely seriously. All applicants must fully engage with Ripple Education’s rigorous and robust safer recruitment process before they can be considered for work.

This includes, but is not limited to:

• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS and relevant barred list checks
• Full employment and education history, including explanations for any gaps
• Suitable professional references
• Right to Work and identity checks
• Qualification and professional status checks, including relevant teacher status and prohibition checks
• Verification of relevant SENCo qualifications and eligibility for the position
• Safeguarding and suitability declarations

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note, Ripple Education is unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Our recruitment process is intentionally thorough because the safety and welfare of children will always come first.

Ready to apply?

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As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, a full application form must be completed before interview.

Ripple Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Help shape an inclusive school environment where every child feels valued and supported to succeed.