About this role
Steeple Bumpstead Primary School
SENCO with teaching responsibilities
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: MPR/UPR (FTE: £32,916 - £51,048 per annum) + SEN Allowance SENCO (a) (£2,787 per annum)
Start date: September 2026
Steeple Bumpstead Primary School is a welcoming, one-form entry village school located close to Haverhill, with just under 200 pupils on roll. We are proud of our close-knit community, positive ethos and strong commitment to inclusion. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed SENCO and class teacher to join our team from September 2026. This is a balanced role, with three days per week in the classroom and two days per week as SENCO.
We are looking for someone who:
• Has a strong background knowledge and a wide range of experience in SEND
• Is passionate about inclusion and securing the very best outcomes for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities
• Has the skills and confidence to support colleagues effectively
• Demonstrates excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Holds the national SENCO award or is willing to undertake the qualification
• Is an excellent classroom practitioner with high expectations for all learners
We can offer:
• A friendly and welcoming school with a supportive, committed staff team
• Wonderful pupils who are enthusiastic learners and demonstrate excellent behaviour
• A forward-thinking and supportive leadership team
• A strong commitment to reducing teacher workload and promoting staff wellbeing, including an additional annual wellbeing day for all staff
• A two week October half term
• High-quality CPD, including support for new leaders and SENCOs, and opportunities to work collaboratively with other schools through the Unity Schools Partnership
If this opportunity interests you, we warmly encourage you to explore our website and arrange a visit to meet us and see the school in action.
To arrange a visit, please contact Vicky Doherty, Executive Headteacher, via email at [email protected] or by telephone on 01440 730220.
Please note that this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.
Closing date: 09:00am, 24 May 2026
Interviews: 27 May 2026
Please note: We may interview as applications are received and may appoint before the closing date. Applications must be submitted online via our careers website before the deadline, so we encourage early applications and advise checking the job details on our site.
In line with safer recruitment, we cannot accept CVs. Incomplete application forms may result in candidates not being shortlisted.
Unity Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS. We are also committed to equality, diversity and fair recruitment practices, and we oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination.
We value inclusive working practices and diverse teams. If you wish to work part‑time or as a job‑share, we will accommodate this wherever possible. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups.