Job Description

Highwood Primary School, Chelmsford, Essex

SENDco- 0.5 day per week (flexible) MS/UPS +SENDco allowance (FTE £2,787)

Are you an experienced SENCo looking for a rewarding opportunity to broaden your impact in a highly inclusive setting?

Highwood Primary School is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable SENCo to join our dedicated team from September 2026. This is a unique opportunity to work within a small, nurturing primary school where every child is truly known and supported to thrive.

About us: Highwood Primary is a welcoming, community-focused school situated just outside Chelmsford. We are proud of our inclusive ethos, strong pastoral care, and commitment to ensuring that every pupil achieves their full potential. Our size enables us to build meaningful relationships with children and families, creating a supportive and responsive environment.

The role: This part-time position (0.5 day per week, flexible) would suit an existing or experienced SENCo who is looking to expand their experience or take on an additional leadership role alongside their current position.

You will:

· Lead and oversee SEND provision across the school

· Support colleagues in delivering high-quality, inclusive teaching

· Work closely with families, staff, and external agencies

· Ensure statutory responsibilities are met and provision is impactful

· Uphold our inclusive culture and drive continuous improvement

What we offer:

· A unique opportunity to shape SEND provision in a small, highly inclusive school

· A supportive and caring staff team

· Collaborative working with the Head of School and governors

· Flexibility to fit around existing commitments

· Engaged pupils who are eager to learn

What we are looking for:

· Qualified teacher status (QTS)

· National Award for SEN Coordination (or working towards it)

· Experience of leading or contributing to SEND provision

· Strong knowledge of current SEND legislation and best practice

· A commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all pupils

This is an ideal opportunity for a SENCo who is passionate about inclusion and looking to make a meaningful difference within a close-knit school community.

We warmly welcome visits to the school.

For further information please contact Aedin Lipski, Head of School,