SENDCo and EYFS Teacher
Overview
Framlingham Sir Robert Hitcham’s CEVAP School is seeking a committed, skilled and passionate SENDCo and EYFS teacher to join our team from April 2026. This exciting role combines teaching in EYFS every morning, with a strong emphasis on early speech and language development and leading our SEND provision each afternoon.
This is a wonderful opportunity to make a significant impact on the learning and life chances of our youngest pupils and those with additional needs across the school.
Personal attributes
About the Role
EYFS Specialist
You will work alongside our nursery and reception teachers to provide additional support in our Early Years setting. We are seeking an EYFS specialist with a passion for early development and a strong understanding of the importance of communication in particular Speech and Language development and will play a central role in giving children a strong foundation for learning.
You will:
- Be an excellent EYFS practitioner with in-depth knowledge of the Early Years curriculum.
- Have expertise in early speech and language development, supporting children’s communication needs through high-quality practice.
- This role includes delivering support; applicants should be trained or willing to undertake training in ELKLAN / Speech, Language and communication
- Create a nurturing, stimulating environment that supports every child’s wellbeing and progress.
- Demonstrate high expectations and a commitment to securing exceptional outcomes for all learners.
- Be reflective, creative and committed to continuous improvement.
SENDCo
You will lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school in accordance with the SEND Code of Practice.
You will:
- Be a qualified teacher and hold the NASENCO Award or NPQ in SEN or be committed to completing one.
- Provide strategic leadership for SEND, ensuring the highest standards of inclusive practice.
- Identify, assess and monitor pupils with SEND, coordinating effective support and personalised provision.
- Lead EHCP processes, review meetings and maintain accurate SEND records and provision maps.
- Work closely with class teachers, support staff, parents and external agencies to ensure strong communication and shared approaches.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions and adapt provision as needed.
- Be a confident leader who can inspire others to champion the needs of vulnerable pupils.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: MPR / UPR + SEN Allowance (SENDCo role)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time (1.0 FTE) or Part-time/job share considered:
- SENDCo – 0.6 FTE
- EYFS specialist in Speech, Communication and Language focus 0.4 FTE
We can offer:
- Wonderful children who are eager to learn and thrive.
- A warm, supportive, collaborative staff team.
- High-quality outdoor learning environments, especially within EYFS.
- A school with strong Christian values and a family-like ethos.
- Opportunities to work with other schools and professionals within our wider networks.
- CPD and leadership development, including support for SEND qualifications where required.
Location
Framlingham Sir Robert Hitcham's CEVA Primary School
College Road
Framlingham, Woodbridge, Suffolk
East of England
IP13 9EP
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
You should be passionate about children’s learning, have high expectations of yourself and your pupils, and be supportive of the Christian ethos of the school.
“This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.”
Visits to the school are welcome, or find out more about us at www.hitchamsframlingham.org.uk
Closing date for applications: 4 February
Interviews will be held w/c 9 February
For further details please contact the Headteacher on 01728 723354 or email admin@hitchams.suffolk.sch.uk.
Completed forms should be returned to the school.
Equal opportunities
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