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Are you ready to lead an outstanding SEND department and make a real difference in a thriving school community? Ravensthorpe CE (VC) Junior School is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated SENDCo to join our vibrant team.

We are a four-form entry school at the heart of an ethnically and religiously diverse community and we are incredibly proud of what our pupils achieve during their time with us as shown in our excellent SATs results. In our most recent Ofsted inspection (February 2023), we were graded Good, with inspectors noting: 'Pupils are safe and happy at this friendly, welcoming school. Their conduct is exemplary in lessons and around school.'

As a highly inclusive church school, spirituality underpins everything we do – our values, our culture, and our commitment to nurturing every child and staff member to reach their full potential. We are a vibrant and happy community where relationships matter and where every member of our school family is valued and supported to be their very best.

The Headteacher and Governors are seeking to employ an inspiring SENDCo who will lead our high-performing SEND department, working with motivated teachers, support staff, and pupils, as well as our successful Inclusion Base, to ensure every child reaches their full potential. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school where SEND provision is at the heart of what we do. You will need evident SEND experience or a genuine desire to further develop this area of your teaching role, along with the passion and drive to help every child succeed.

What we can offer you:

• A Church school at the heart of our diverse community – where spirituality and values shape everything we do
• Motivated and enthusiastic children who genuinely love coming to school and are eager to learn
• Supportive parents who work in partnership with us to help every child thrive
• An attractive, stimulating and well-resourced environment where teaching and learning flourish
• Effective SEND practices and procedures already in place, ready for you to build upon
• Motivated teachers and ETAs who want to support our pupils and make a real difference
• A strong commitment to professional development opportunities for all staff members – because when our team grows, our children flourish

What we're looking for:

• Someone who enjoys a challenge and likes to work as part of a team
• Someone with evident SEND experience or a desire to further develop this area of their teaching role
• Someone who is able to develop strong working relationships with outside agencies and complete appropriate paperwork in a timely manner
• Someone with patience and a sense of humour!

Ready to find out more?

We would love to meet you! Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged – come and experience our friendly atmosphere for yourself. More information can be found on our school website, www.ravensthorpejuniorschool.co.uk.

If you'd like further information about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact our Business Manager Natalie Stalmach on 01924 907082.

How to apply:

Please return completed application forms via email to office.ravensthorpejun@kirkleeseducation.uk. Letters of application should be no more than two sides of A4, Arial, font size 12.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Application Form

Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date  

09 November 2026, 3:00 PM

Company: Kirklees Metropolitan Council

Salary: MPS/UPS + TLR2b

Location: Dewsbury, West Yorkshire

Sector: Health and Social Care

Sector: Safeguarding

Sector: Education

Job Role: Support Worker