Teacher & Assistant SENDCo

St Anne’s RC Voluntary Academy is a Catholic secondary school, part of the Emmaus Catholic Academy Trust. Our school prides itself on providing a calm and nurturing environment where students can thrive academically and personally. With a strong focus on pastoral care and excellent opportunities for professional development, St Anne’s is an exceptional place to work and learn.

Recently, we celebrated a historic milestone by achieving a ‘Good’ judgement in both our Ofsted and Catholic inspections, an achievement we are eager to build upon as we strive to be outstanding in all we do. At St Anne’s, every pupil is supported to thrive in a calm, purposeful learning environment where high expectations and strong values underpin everything.

Secondary or Primary School Teacher with Assistant SENDCo responsibilities

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who is interested in developing their career further. In this role, you will have the opportunity to teach Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 students, as well as support the SENDCo in providing tailored assistance to students with special educational needs and disabilities.

Pay:  MPS/UPS plus TLR 2b
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: Spring/Summer term 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging and effective lessons to KS3 and KS4 students
• Collaborate with the SENDCo to identify and support students with SEND
• Contribute to the development and implementation of SEND policies and strategies
• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions for students with additional needs
• Attend relevant training and professional development opportunities to enhance your skills as a Assistant SENDCo

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
• Strong subject knowledge
• Experience working with students with SEND (desirable)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to promoting inclusive and supportive learning environments

What St. Anne’s offers a:

• Supportive and collaborative school that is ambitious in delivering excellent pupil outcomes
• School where the staff embrace our vision and Catholic ethos which is based on respect and dignity
• Very supportive staff network that reflects our Catholic ethos, where Senior Leaders value and appreciate the great staff that work at St Anne’s
• Strong, united community where there is great emphasis on continuous professional development
• School that has embedded strong systems and structures in all areas, which has led to the creation of an exceptionally calm purposeful learning environment that is ambitious and where all are safe, happy and can thrive (Catholic Inspection, July 2025)
• School where there are opportunities to contribute to the school’s strategic vision and improvement plans, allowing teachers to have a direct impact on the school’s success
• Culture which pays real attention to staff wellbeing including a variety of staff benefits such as health and wellbeing services, including a cycle to work and employee discount scheme.

If you are an aspiring SENDCo with a desire to make a difference in the lives of our students, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role. Join our team at St Anne’s RC Voluntary Academy and embark on a rewarding journey towards becoming St Anne’s Assistant SENDCo.

If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role to arrange a visit to meet, please email marian.flanagan@stannes.academy.

Our strong Catholic Ethos at St Anne’s means we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure and Barring Service. Completed applications should be sent to Marian Flanagan by emailing marian.flanagan@stannes.academy.

Closing date: 30th January 2026 at 9.00am

Interview dates: week commencing 2nd February 2026.