SENCO in Southwark, London

Location: Southwark, South London
Start Date: January 2027 (with three handover dates in December 2026)
Salary: MPS6 - UPS1
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Full-time

SANZA Teaching is currently seeking an experienced and ambitious Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator on behalf of our client primary school based in Southwark, South London.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated SEND professional to take on a key leadership role within a welcoming, inclusive and creative two-form entry primary school, rated Good by Ofsted with Outstanding features.

The successful candidate will join the school in January 2027, with three handover days taking place in December 2026 to support a smooth transition. This is a full-time, temporary-to-permanent position offering a salary on the MPS6-UPS1 scale.

You will lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of SEND provision across the school, working closely with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team, teaching staff, parents and external professionals to ensure pupils with additional needs receive the support they need to achieve their full potential.

The school currently supports approximately 30 pupils with EHCPS making this an important role for someone with strong statutory knowledge, excellent organisational skills and a genuine passion for inclusive education.

The position includes a teaching commitment of just one day per week, allowing you to dedicate the majority of your time to SEND leadership, provision management, staff development and improving outcomes for pupils.

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for SEND provision across the school.

• Lead the implementation and ongoing development of the school's SEND policy and inclusive practice.

• Oversee the management, monitoring and review of approximately 30 EHCPs, ensuring statutory requirements are met.

• Coordinate and lead annual reviews, ensuring outcomes, targets and provision are regularly evaluated.

• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to develop high-quality adaptive teaching and inclusive classroom practice.

• Monitor the progress, attainment, attendance and wellbeing of pupils with SEND, identifying areas for improvement.

• Build positive and effective relationships with parents and carers, ensuring communication is supportive and solution-focused.

• Liaise with external agencies, educational psychologists, health professionals and local authority teams.

The school is looking for a confident and knowledgeable SENCO who can bring experience, enthusiasm and a clear vision for inclusive education.

You will ideally:

• Have previous experience working as a SENCO within a primary school setting.

• Hold the relevant SENCO qualification or meet the current requirements for the role.

• Have an excellent understanding of SEND legislation, the SEND Code of Practice and statutory responsibilities.

• Have experience managing EHCPs, annual reviews and SEND provision.

• Demonstrate a proven ability to lead, develop and improve SEND provision.

• Be confident working with senior leaders, teaching staff, parents and external professionals.

• Have excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.

• Be an effective classroom practitioner with high expectations for all pupils.

• Be passionate about removing barriers to learning and ensuring every child can thrive.

Our client is a welcoming and inclusive two-form entry primary school with approximately 450 pupils. The school has a vibrant learning community where creativity, innovation and initiative are encouraged.

The school is committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of their individual needs or starting point, receives the support and opportunities required to succeed.

With a strong focus on inclusion, the school has recently developed a dedicated sensory room to further enhance its SEND provision and provide pupils with access to a supportive learning environment.

You will be joining a friendly and committed team, supported by an enthusiastic Senior Leadership Team, colleagues and Governors who share a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child.

• A supportive and welcoming Senior Leadership Team.

• Friendly, enthusiastic and hardworking colleagues.

• The opportunity to shape and further develop SEND provision across the school.

• Well-behaved, enthusiastic children with a genuine love of learning.

• A well-resourced learning environment, including a dedicated sensory room.

• Excellent CPD and tailored professional development opportunities.

• Ongoing support and a comprehensive induction.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

• A strong ethos of inclusion, high expectations and ambition.

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference within a diverse and vibrant Southwark community.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCO looking to take the next step in their career and make a meaningful impact within a supportive primary school.

To apply, please send your up-to-date CV to Sarah Hadfield at SANZA Teaching or click Apply Now to register your interest.

SANZA Teaching is part of the Tradewind Recruitment Group, specialising in education recruitment across London and the surrounding areas.

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