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Interim SENDCo | Primary School and Nursery | Woodingdean, Brighton (BN2) | January to April 2027

Sussex Teachers has been asked to find an experienced Interim SENDCo for a nurturing primary school and nursery in Woodingdean, Brighton. The role starts in January 2027 and runs until April 2027, with the possibility of extending to July 2027.

The school would ideally like a full-time SENDCo, but part-time applications will be considered.

About the School

• A friendly community primary school with its own nursery, teaching children aged 2 to 11 on the eastern edge of Brighton
• A school where difference is celebrated, with a strong focus on kindness, belonging and wellbeing
• A large SEND community, which the school sees as one of its real strengths
• A well-established inclusion team, including a Senior Learning Mentor who leads the school's Nurture provision, experienced Learning Support Assistants supporting literacy and speech and language needs, and an Inclusion and Family Support Worker
• Regular support and training from the Brighton and Hove Inclusion Support Service (BHISS)
• Close partnerships with families, and holder of the Rainbow Flag Award

The Role

As SENDCo you will lead the day-to-day SEND provision across the school, working closely with the Headteacher, class teachers and families. The role includes:

• Coordinating provision for pupils with SEND and keeping the SEND register up to date
• Overseeing the graduated approach (assess, plan, do, review), including support plans and provision maps
• Managing EHCP applications and running annual reviews
• Advising and supporting teachers and Learning Support Assistants on adaptive teaching and interventions
• Liaising with parents, carers and outside agencies, such as educational psychologists, speech and language therapy and BHISS
• Monitoring the progress of pupils with SEND and reporting to senior leaders and governors

Contract Details

• Role: Interim SENDCo cover
• Start: January 2027
• Finish: April 2027, with the possibility of extending to July 2027
• Hours: ideally full time, part time considered
• Location: Woodingdean, Brighton (BN2)
• Pay: up to £240.72 per day (Main Pay Scale M6)
• Paid weekly via PAYE, with no umbrella companies and no hidden deductions

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Experience as a SENCo, SENDCo or inclusion leader in a primary school
• Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and the EHCP process
• Confident working with families, staff and outside agencies
• An enhanced DBS check on the update service, or willingness to apply for one

Why Work with Sussex Teachers?

• Local, independent and family-owned, placing teachers in Sussex primary schools since 2007
• A dedicated consultant who knows the school and gives you honest advice
• Paid weekly via PAYE
• Free CPD training, including Safeguarding, Child Protection, Prevent Duty and Allergy training
• Workplace pension through the NEST scheme for eligible workers

Apply Today

If you are an experienced SENCo looking for an interim role in Brighton, click 'Apply here' to send us your details, or call Mike on 01273 626 800 for an informal chat about the school and the role.

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At Sussex Teachers, we value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals. Safeguarding students is essential, and successful applicants will undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding and interest in joining Sussex Teachers.

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