SENCO - (Leigh Park School - Wigan)

Job Description Want to work for a company with great values? Are you compassionate? Inspiring? Dependable? Collaborative? Then we want to hear from you!We are looking for an inspirational SENCO at our brand new Leigh Park School based in Wigan,Leigh Park is a brand new specialist SEN school based in the Wigan area for children aged 5-19 with a wide range of complex SEN needs. The school is state of the art and we are looking forward to opening and welcoming children.The school is set to open in autumn, after October half term with staff starting in September.We provide a holistic, bespoke curriculum with rich learning opportunities that enable young people to develop their functional life skills in order to experience a high quality of life.We are looking forward to opening the school and the Headteacher Johanna is eager to get started!At Horizon Care and Education, our SENCOs are supported by Headteachers, Operational Directors and the Managing Director of Education Services. This structure of support allows Senior Leadership Teams to focus on and deliver the best outcomes for children, young people, and their families. To be our SENCo, youll be a multi-talented professional, youll have great leadership and communication skills; endless enthusiasm, resilience and vision, and a commitment to both the education and the achievement of each young person.If you are interested in this job role but feel it is too far away, please enquire regarding our flexible travel options and Relocation assistance.Bright Futures, Inspired By You.The successful applicants will need:Must hold a SENCO Qualification or be close to completingMust have a QTS statusMake a valuable contribution to the offering that young people receive at the school as part of the provision of high-quality teaching and learning.Have some experience of working effectively with local authorities.Have a passion for ensuring all young people succeed.Be able to work effectively within a supportive, committed, and successful staff team.Have high aspirations for themselves and others, and a commitment to further development.Have a robust understanding of SEND Code of practiceAn understanding of SEMH education and how to support the additional needs associated with SEMH pupils.Why work for us?Competitive salary Were committed to recognising your hard work and offer a competitive salary.Occupational sick payOpportunity to progress in your career through our Education Academy, and ongoing training and professional development.Comprehensive and tailored induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing and local induction period.Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme.Access to a wide range of free online courses for all colleagues on a variety of topics.Colleague referral scheme with cash rewards earn up to 500 per referral.Employee assistance programme free, confidential support via Bupa.Community and wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need to feel good about what you do. Were in this together.Supportive management and senior leaders.High quality CPD opportunities.Free eye checks.Cashback healthcare planTo start your education journey with Horizon, click apply now!Horizon Care and Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming application from all sections of the community. Closing date for this role will be the 11th MayPlease note we reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date stated if we receive a high volume of applications

Created: 2026-04-30