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SENCO

Full time | Ipswich Academy | IP3 0SP

  • Basis Full time
  • Salary Leadership pay scale L11 - L14; £66,368 - £71,330 (Qualified), Teacher pay scale 1-9 £32,916-£51,048 plus TLR2a for a trainee SENCo
  • Region Ipswich
  • Job category Teaching Secondary
  • Closing date 12th January 2026

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We are looking to appoint a SENCO into our team from April 2026.

The position

You will be responsible for the management of all additional support given to pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities within the Academy. This will be a demanding, varied and highly challenging role that will provide an excellent career opportunity for an exceptional individual. The successful applicant will report directly to the Principal.

 

What you will offer

The successful applicant will have previous experience working as a SENCO. This will be a challenging role so you will need the drive and ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and a passion for SEN, and understand issues affecting pupils with additional needs and how to support them.

 

What we will offer

You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including:

  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS)
  • A strong commitment to professional development
  • We strive to be a family friendly employer
  • Employee counselling service
  • Cycle to work scheme

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, this can be arranged by contacting Jacquelyn Macdonald-Fawcett, Director of Excellence for children with learning differences at jacquelyn.macdonald-fawcett@paradigmtrust.org.

The Trust

When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a Trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential.

We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package.

If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.