SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS & DISABILITIES CO-ORDINATOR (SENDCO)

Overview

Rye College is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to be our new Special Education Needs & Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to start in September 2026. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, energetic and adaptable SENDCo to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who is passionate about Inclusion and committed to ensuring every young person thrives. This non teaching role allows dedicated time to lead and develop effective support for all students.

Personal attributes

We welcome applications from experienced leaders or those looking for their first SENDCo leadership role.

Our ideal candidate will be:

• Experienced in supporting students with SEND, with a good understanding of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Confident in leading SEND provision, including working closely with teaching and support staff. Commitment to developing inclusive practice and supporting alternative or personalised pathways for students.
• A positive, empathetic communicator who builds strong relationships with pupils, staff and families. Holds QTS, a recognised SENCO qualification (NASENCO or NPQ), and brings energy, integrity and enthusiasm to the role.

We would welcome a letter of application if you are:

• An inspirational, outstanding practitioner committed to helping children achieve high academic standards and outcomes.
• An exceptional individual who demonstrates energy, passion and excellence.
• Highly committed and supportive of students, families, staff, and our wider Trust networks.
• Able to take a lead role, working closely with the senior leadership team and other leading practitioners across the Trust in developing, implementing and evaluating policies and practice that lead to strong SEN and Inclusion improvement.
• An experienced leader who can provide vision and inspiration for students and staff in pursuit of excellence.
• An effective communicator with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills who fully embraces our Trust ethos and values.

Salary & Benefits

Salary: L8 (£61,534) - L12 (£67,898)

Location

Rye College
The Grove
Rye
East Sussex
TN31 7NQ

Supporting documents

• Please click here for the Job Description
• Please click here for an Application Form

How to apply

Please send your application, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description, by email to Aquinas.recruitment@aquinastrust.org.

Alternatively, submit your application to the HR Officer, Aquinas, Magpie Hall Lane, Bromley, BR2 8HZ.

 Shortlisted candidates will be asked to bring appropriate identification with them to interview. For the purpose of DBS clearance, only copies of the successful applicant’s identification will be retained. All candidates should provide two references. Permission should be sought prior to including any referee on your application form. Shortlisted candidates may have their references taken-up before any interview – unless explicitly requested in your application.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.