Staff Vacancies
We have a vacancy for a Head of SEND and Inclusion and a Cleaner.
Diocese of Brentwood
ST HELEN’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL
North Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 7AY
N.O.R 420
HEAD OF SEND & INCLUSION
Required for September 2026
MS/UPS plus SEN Allowance 1 (£2,787)
The Governors of St Helen’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a Head of SEND (SENCo) with demonstrable experience as an excellent practitioner and teacher for this rewarding SENCO role.
We are seeking to appoint a strategic and outstanding practitioner, who is passionate about SEND and Inclusion.You will be SEN qualified and possess the vision and skills to work with the Senior Leadership Team in improving standards of teaching and learning for all children.You will play a central role in ensuring that every child with SEND receives the support they need to thrive.
We want our Head of SEND & Inclusion to:-
- Be a qualified SENCo with strong knowledge of SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for SEND and inclusion across the school
- Teach and work directly with pupils with SEND, including those with complex needs in the SEND provision
- Lead and manage a team of Inclusion Assistants, ensuring high‑quality training and effective deployment
- Model and promote outstanding inclusive teaching practice for staff
- Oversee SEND assessment, provision, EHCP processes and partnerships with external agencies, including SEND OPs
- Lead and develop the school’s Thrive programme, and be willing to undertake Thrive Practitioner training in the future
- Contribute actively to the Senior Management Team, school improvement and safeguarding
- Demonstrate a collaborative, resilient and inclusive leadership style with high aspirations for all pupils
- Have high aspirations for themselves and use resources, intellect, creativity, and innovation to be successful
- Be passionately committed to safeguarding and the welfare and wellbeing of children and staff
We can offer you:-
- Enthusiastic, caring children who are proud of their school
- A welcoming Catholic ethos rooted in inclusion, care and high expectations
- A supportive Senior Leadership Team and committed Inclusion Team
- Strong governance and Trust support
- High‑quality professional development opportunities across the Trust and Diocese of Brentwood
Prospective candidates are warmly encouraged to visit the school and should contact Claire Fantini, HR Manager, at the Assisi Registered Office on 01702 344933 or by email on recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com to arrange a visit.
To be considered for this vacancy, all applicants must complete the CES Teaching Staff Application Form available on the school website vacancy page https://st-helens.southend.sch.uk/ and submit it to recruitment@assisicatholictrust.com.
Assisi Catholic Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks and Enhanced DBS clearance. References will be sought and an online search carried out on applicants as part of our due diligence.
Closing Date: 10th May 2026
Formal Interviews: w/c 18th May 2026
Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from agencies.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Cleaner
Date Required: June 2026
Salary: £12.85 an hour
Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd June
Interviews:to be confirmed
Hours: 12 ½ hours per week
Please note cleaners are required to work term time and school holidays.
Monday – Friday 3.00 – 5.30 in term time
Hours and days during school holiday time to be advised by Site Manager.
All holiday entitlement to be taken in school holiday periods. NO holidays in term time.
£12.85 per hour
We are seeking to appoint 1 Cleaner to join our friendly expanding school staff who will contribute to the smooth running of our school by ensuring high standards of cleaning.
We need someone who is flexible and hardworking who will take pride in their work.The successful candidate will be expected to carry out a full range of cleaning duties under the supervision of the Site Manager, for further details of the role please see the Job Description and Person Specification.
THE GOVERNING BODY IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING AND PROMOTING THE WELFARE OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE AND EXPECTS ALL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS TO SHARE IN THIS COMMITMENT.
APPLICATIONS CAN ONLY BE ACCEPTED ON THE CATHOLIC EDUCATION SERVICE FORM St. Helen's School Website (www.st-helens.southend.sch.uk) or direct from the school. Please ensure you complete and return all forms.
Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged.To arrange a visit or request an application pack please contact Mrs S Sears on the above number/email address.