SENCO


Company:	inploi
Salary:	Competitive
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stockport, SK1 4PR
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

Banks Lane Infant and Nursery School

Hempshaw Lane

Stockport

SK1 4PR

Tel: 0161 480 9252

SENCo

MPS / UPS + TLR 2a

2.5 days, 16.25 Hours (Flexible on the days)

Permanent

Start Date: 4th January 2027

Application Deadline: 11th October 2026 11:59pm

Please email completed application forms to recruitment@bankslane-inf.stockport.gov.uk by the above deadline, application documents can be found and downloaded at the bottom of the page.

Interview Date: 19th October 2026

The Governors of Banks Lane Infant and Nursery School invite applications from an experienced and highly motivated individual with enthusiasm and a commitment to work in our inclusive school.

The successful candidate should:

Have the ability to work as part of a team and independently
Be professionally assertive and able to remain calm under pressure
Be proactive, enthusiastic and have a positive attitude
Have a commitment to the highest expectations of individual achievement, standards and behaviour.
Have a proven track record of supporting progress for pupils with SEND
Be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with staff, pupils, parents and governors.
Be able to coach, mentor and support school staff within their team.
Contribute to all aspects of the school and have a positive impact on whole school development.
If newly appointed to a SENCO role be prepared to take the National Qualification for SENCOs

We will offer you:

A happy, supportive school
Professional Development
An established team environment
A supportive and caring ethos
Excited and engaged children
A proactive and supportive Governing Board
A forward-thinking school striving for the best for our children.

To book a visit, please contact the Co-Headteachers, Liz Newson and Lisa Wilkinson via email at recruitment@bankslane-inf.stockport.gov.uk or by phoning the school office on 0161 480 9252.

All applications to be emailed to recruitment@bankslane-inf.stockport.gov.uk by the closing date of 11th October 2026.

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.

This school is 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 pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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