Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Location: Birmingham - Alum Rock
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 per annum, dependent on experience, qualifications and school pay structure
Start Date: November 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time – School-Based Position
Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
Key Stage: EYFS, KS1 & KS2

TeacherActive is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive Primary School to recruit an experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) for a full-time position.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established SENCO or experienced SEND leader who is passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs.

The successful candidate will take a strategic lead on SEND provision across the school, working closely with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team, teachers, support staff, parents, carers and external professionals.

The school is committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where individual needs are recognised and every pupil is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The successful SENCO will ideally have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• A recognised SENCO qualification, such as NASENCO or the current NPQ for SENCOs.
• Previous experience working successfully as a SENCO.
• Primary school experience across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience managing EHCPs, annual reviews and SEND provision.
• Experience working as part of or alongside a Senior Leadership Team.
• A relevant leadership or SLT qualification would be advantageous.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of SEND and SEMH needs.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to inclusive education and pupil success.

As SENCO, you will:

• Lead and develop the school's approach to SEND and inclusion.
• Oversee the identification, assessment and provision for pupils with SEND.
• Coordinate EHCPs, annual reviews and associated statutory processes.
• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate the impact of SEND interventions.
• Support teachers with adaptive teaching, differentiation and appropriate strategies.
• Lead and support teaching assistants and other staff working with SEND pupils.
• Provide SEND guidance, coaching and professional development to staff.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers, local authorities and external agencies.
• Work with educational psychologists, therapists and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate SEND records and ensure statutory requirements are met.
• Contribute to SLT meetings and whole-school improvement planning.
• Promote a positive culture where pupils with SEND are fully included in school life.

TeacherActive and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Successful applicants will be required to provide:

• Two professional references from recent employers.
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
• If no suitable DBS is held, willingness to obtain a new Enhanced DBS through TeacherActive.
• Evidence of Right to Work in the UK.
• Evidence of QTS and relevant SENCO/leadership qualifications.
• Relevant employment and education history as part of safeguarding checks.

TeacherActive will support you throughout the recruitment and onboarding process, including:

• Competitive salary of approximately £45,000 – £60,000 per annum.
• A dedicated TeacherActive consultant.
• Support throughout the interview and onboarding process.
• Access to CPD and training opportunities.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent work.

If you are an experienced SENCO with strong SEND knowledge and a passion for inclusive education, we would love to hear from you.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive Primary School where inclusion and pupil success are at the heart of its ethos.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.