The Mill Primary Academy is at a pivotal point in its journey. We are looking for an ambitious, data-driven, and highly skilled SENCO to join our Senior Leadership Team. You will be a skillful instructional leader - well able to teach alongside teachers in classrooms to model how to get the best for their children, and you will model inclusivity highly effectively. This is not just a coordination role; it is a transformational leadership position. You will have the mandate and the support to refine our systems, sharpen our evaluations, and ensure that every pupil-regardless of their starting point-achieves excellence.
Note: vacancy will close at midday on 03/06/2026.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
- Proven experience in school improvement; ability to hold staff to account while offering high quality support.
- The ability to translate complex pupil data into clear, actionable reports for Trustees and Governors.
- Deep understanding of how to adapt the National Curriculum for various high incidence needs without lowering expectations.
- A strong grasp of Early Years pedagogy, specifically in early literacy and numeracy development.
- Highly effective at communicating with parents and external agencies to ensure the "Graduated Approach" is robust.
- Can monitor teaching quality and pupil achievement.
- Is able to undertake day to-day coordination of SEN pupil's provisions through close liaison with staff, parents and external agencies.
- Is a great communicator, developing positive relationships with young children and adults.
- Is committed to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities.
- Is passionate and dedicated in helping children reach their academic potential.
Benefits
- Excellent ongoing CPD, career development and vast promotion opportunities across the trust.
- Coaching and mentoring from the academy's experienced leadership team.
- Friendly and supportive environment, where everyone is committed to a work life balance.
- The opportunity to be part of exciting development and innovative change.
- Access to trust resources and materials to help plan and deliver great lessons.
- Free eye tests.
- Employee Assistance Programme - free & confidential advice on a variety of subjects ranging from physical and mental health to financial help.
Employment Information
32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic.
