Key Role Information

Salary
£36,363 - £39,862 (actual salary £31,188.27 - £34,189.33)
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
10/06/2026 09:00
Interview
Shortly after close of advert
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Support Staff | 25 - 29
Department
SEN
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
38.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

We are looking for a passionate and proactive SEN Manager to make a real difference in the lives of our students. In this key role, you will lead and coordinate support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, helping them to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential in a positive and inclusive school environment.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will: 

  • Coordinate SEN interventions and monitor student progress 
  • Support and lead HLTAs and LSAs 
  • Work with staff, parents and external agencies 
  • Manage behaviour, attendance and engagement of SEN students 
  • Contribute to SEN reviews and school-wide initiatives 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Experience working with children in an educational setting 
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills 
  • Ability to manage behaviour and support learning 
  • Relevant qualifications (NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent, GCSE English & Maths) 
  • Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

  • A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
  • Generous annual leave 
  • Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking
  • An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals 
  • Enthusiastic and motivated students 
  • An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development 
  • A school with its community at heart 
  • Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: peoplecallerton@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4 .

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date. 

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

About Us


Callerton Academy

People & Culture Team

peoplecallerton@gosorthgroup.org.uk

Bedeburn Road
Newcastle
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE5 4JQ
People & Culture Team
peoplecallerton@gosorthgroup.org.uk

Safeguarding Information

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.  This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders on our website within Trust Policies.    

Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks.