SENCO – Primary School in Waltham Forest, Greater London

Location: East London
Working Pattern: Part-time, 1–2 days per week
Salary: Negotiable, dependent on experience

Apex Educ8 is working with a small primary school in East London seeking an experienced and qualified SENCO to oversee and support its Special Educational Needs provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established SENCO looking for a flexible part-time position, whether you're interested in working one or two days per week alongside an existing commitment or would welcome the opportunity to take on additional days.

The school is flexible regarding working arrangements and is open to discussing salary based on the successful candidate's experience, qualifications and availability.

The Role

Working closely with the school's leadership team and teaching staff, you will coordinate SEND provision and help ensure pupils receive the appropriate support to meet their individual needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing and coordinating the school's SEND provision.
• Identifying pupils' additional needs and ensuring appropriate support and interventions are in place.
• Maintaining and reviewing SEND records, provision maps and individual support plans.
• Monitoring pupil progress and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions.
• Supporting teaching staff with advice and strategies to meet the needs of pupils with SEND.
• Liaising with parents, external agencies and other professionals.
• Coordinating EHCP reviews and supporting the implementation of agreed provision.
• Ensuring the school meets its statutory responsibilities in relation to SEND.

Requirements

To be considered for this position, you will need:

• The National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO).
• Previous experience working as a SENCO, ideally within a primary school setting.
• A strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
• Experience coordinating SEND provision, including EHCPs and provision reviews.
• The ability to work collaboratively with school staff, parents and external professionals.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Work with Apex Educ8?

At Apex Educ8, we take a relationship-led approach to education recruitment. We take the time to understand what our candidates are looking for and match them with opportunities that genuinely suit their experience, availability and career plans.

When working with us, you can expect:

• A dedicated consultant who understands your experience and preferences.
• Honest communication and support throughout the recruitment process.
• Access to opportunities across primary, secondary and SEND settings.
• A straightforward, personal approach without unnecessary pressure.

Interested?

If you're an experienced SENCO looking for a flexible opportunity in East London, we'd love to hear from you.

We're happy to discuss the working pattern and salary in more detail, including the possibility of additional days.

Apply today or contact the Apex Educ8 team for an informal conversation.