SENCO
Are you passionate about ensuring every child reaches their full potential?
St Philomena's CP School is seeking a committed and experienced SENCO to join our friendly and supportive team for two days per week.
Salary: Commensurate with age and experience
Contract: Part time (2 days per week, term-time only, 39 weeks per year)
Location: Orpington, BR5
Pupils on roll: 203
Join our supportive leadership team and become part of a great community, joining a multi-academy trust with lots of support across schools. You will have the opportunity to work alongside dedicated colleagues who are committed to making a positive difference for all pupils.
What we offer:
- Supportive leadership team and a welcoming staff community
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Collaborative working across our multi-academy trust
- The chance to make a real impact on the lives of children with SEND
About the role:
As SENCO, you will lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school, working closely with staff, pupils, parents, and external agencies. You will be responsible for ensuring that statutory requirements are met and that every child receives the support they need to thrive.
Safeguarding:
St Philomena's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to a satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.
Diversity and Inclusion:
St Philomena's is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
If you are ready to join a school with a supportive leadership team and a great community, we would love to hear from you!
St Philomena’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to pre-employment checks including a health check, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
The closing date for applications is 22nd June 2026
Interviews will take place W/B 22nd and 29th June 2026
Please see the full job description attached.
For further details and for an application pack, please contact the school by e-mail ([email protected]). Please type APPLICATION SENCO in capitals on the subject line.
