SENCO

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference Blackburn_1774010077

Closing date April 19, 2026

Location Blackburn, United Kingdom. Burnley, United Kingdom

Status Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor

+64 273124286

rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)

Salary: Main Scale / Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS) Contract: Full-time or Part-time (flexible) Agency: Exclusively Managed by Veritas Education

Veritas Education is proud to be exclusively managing the recruitment of an experienced and dedicated SENCO on behalf of a welcoming and supportive school. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional to lead and develop SEND provision, ensuring every pupil receives the support they need to thrive.

The Role:

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision
• Identify and support students with additional needs
• Work closely with staff, parents, and external agencies
• Develop and implement effective intervention strategies
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation and best practices

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Have the National Award for SEN Coordination (or be working towards it)
• Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills
• Have a proven track record of supporting students with SEND
• Be committed to inclusive education and student success

What's on Offer:

• Salary on the Main or Upper Pay Scale (MPS/UPS)
• Flexible working options (full-time or part-time)
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact within the school community
• Role exclusively managed by Veritas Education

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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'