About this role
Role: SENDCo
Start Date: 05/01/2026
Location: Outwood Academy Acklam
Salary: L5 - L9
Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday
Outwood Academy Acklam, Middlesbrough seeks applications from outstanding applicants who possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students and share our single goal of Students First: raising standards and transforming lives. Working alongside the existing SENDCo, this role is a key appointment in ensuring the positive life chances of our students through success and achievement.
The SENDCo role requires Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and being a Qualified SENDCo. Essential experience includes substantial teaching and a proven track record of success with all SEN pupil groups.
The successful candidate must demonstrate experience in staff management, working cooperatively with parents and other professionals, and planning/delivering a professional development programme.
Key skills required include a strong knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusion best practice, and pastoral care. They need a sound understanding of the National Curriculum and strategies to support children with special needs. Finally, the role requires effective communication, prioritizing work, and a commitment to the Trust's "Students First" ethos.
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