Are you an inspirational, compassionate leader with a deep commitment to inclusion, relational practice, and exceptional SEND provision? Do you have the vision, expertise and drive to continue shaping an outstanding culture where every student thrives?
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Salary Range: Leadership Scale Point 7-11 £57831 - £63815
Start Date: September 2026
About the role:
We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated SENDCO to join our exceptional school community. This is a key strategic and operational leadership role, responsible for the continued development of an inclusive learning environment where students with SEND receive the highest levels of support and opportunity. Our provision – particularly our HeartSpace – has been celebrated by OFSTED as exceptional, and we are looking for a colleague who will honour this legacy whilst confidently driving the next phase of growth.
This role will form part of our extended leadership team, and will include line management of the Head of HeartSpace, which is our resource and specialist provision for students with an EHCP and complex needs. You will provide professional CPD and guidance to staff to help them deliver the highest quality of education for all our students and support with the effective use of resources to secure an inclusive education. You will use evidence-informed practice alongside legislation within the provision and guidance you offer.
Candidates considering the role should have experience in leading SEND within a school, either as a SENDCO or Assistant, and of collaborating with external agencies. For the right candidate, support can be provided to receive within-role training while working towards achieving the NPQ for SENDCO.
About our school:
Our school culture is built around our 5 Core Values: Aim High, Be Determined, Be Kind, Be Proud and Be Supportive. We are also extremely proud of our ambition to achieve excellence through a values driven education. We are a vibrant, oversubscribed 11 to 18 comprehensive school with excellent GCSE results across all subjects and are recognised as one of the highest performing schools in the region in terms of Key Stage 4 outcomes. Our A level results and destinations are equally impressive, with the school placed in the top 10% in the country for the last 3 years of validated outcomes, with over 90% of students gaining entry to their preferred choice of university in 2024.
We are committed to professional development for all staff, regardless of role. We have an innovative teacher development programme, which truly empowers teachers to take control of their own professional development through a supportive peer-coaching model. Regardless of what point you are at in your career and whatever your aspirations may be, Penistone Grammar School can support you to achieve them.
As a school, we pride ourselves on evidence informed practice, consistently high standards of teaching and learning, and a commitment to the success of all students, both academically and pastorally. If you share our vision, we want you to be part of our team.
How to Apply?
For an application form and pack please contact us.
The closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Thursday 16th April at 09:00. We welcome visits to the school on Tuesday 14th or Wednesday 15th April between 3pm and 4pm. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd April 2026.
- Richard Mapley
