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Lawford Church of England School is a thriving and successful primary school witha strong senseof community and a team ethos. It lies in the expanding village of Lawford close to the Suffolk border and serves the surrounding town of Manningtree and associated villages. We have been growing to two-form entry since September 2021 and are looking to continue building on current successes.
Since 2020 the school has been developing its use of technology to improve outcomes and prepare the children for their next steps in life in the 21st Century. The school benefits from 1:1devices in Years 4-6 and is a leader in the East of England EdTech hub, as well as anEdtech50 school. We regularly lead study tours and our staff have spoken at national and regional conferences about the positive impact the effective use of technology has on our children. We have been very fortunateto be involved in several pilots and are presently involved in a 3-year pilot for inclusion software.
We love learning and making the most of every extra-curricular opportunity for sports, science, choir, concerts and many more.
The current SENCO is moving on after many successful years at Lawford and therefore the Governors, staff and pupils are looking for an inspirational, innovative Senco to join the leadership team for 3.5 days per week with a TLR 2 payment of £3,527. This job is advertised as a January 27 start but an October 26 start is also possible.
As the SENCO you will:
Work with the Head, Governing Body and school staff, to be centrally involved in the leadership of the school.
Have excellent communication skills and use them to innovate and manage change.
Have a commitment to contribute and further develop the Christian distinctiveness of our school
This is an opportunity to:
Join a successful school, at an exciting time.
• Lead in a welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Be part of and lead a hardworking,happyand committed staff.
• Work with an experienced, friendly and focused Governing Body.
Work highly collaboratively with our partnership schools
• Thrive in an environment where creativity and innovation are valued and encouraged.
• A commitment to developing the potential of every child;
• A commitment to the physical and emotional well-being of children and staff;
In return we are pleased to offer:
• A popular and highly regarded school;
• Eloquent and confident children who embody our school vision;
• A committed staff team;
• An active and enthusiastic PTA;
• A supportive and active Governing Body;
• Close links with the Diocese Education Team,Churchand local community;
• Excellent extended schools' provision and an enriched curriculum.
A job description and personal specification is available below. Please apply for this role online.
Key information about our school:
NOR: 347 - Growth to two form entry YR-Y5 in 2026/27 Est. NOR 380 Reaching full capacity of PAN 420 from 2027/28
Age range: 4-11
Successful SIAMS Inspection: February 2026
Visits to to the school are warmly welcomed before we break up for the summer or a the start of next term. If you would like to discuss this role or to arrange a school visit , please contact: Finance@lawford.essex.sch.uk
The Governors of Lawford C of E (VA) Primary School are committed to ensuring all recruitment is undertaken fairly, effectively, safely andin accordance withlegislation. All appointments will be subject to a selection process and will require statutory safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Information about the School
Lawford Church of England School is a thriving and successful primary school with a strong sense of community and a team ethos. It lies in the expanding village of Lawford close to the Suffolk border and serves the surrounding town of Manningtree and associated villages. We have been growing to two-form entry since September 2021 and are looking to continue building on current successes.
Since 2020 the school has been developing its use of technology to improve outcomes and prepare the children for their next steps in life in the 21st Century. The school benefits from 1:1 devices in Years 4-6 and is a leader in the East of England EdTech hub, as well as an Edtech 50 school. We regularly lead study tours and our staff have spoken at national and regional conferences about the positive impact the effective use of technology has on our children.