SENCO (Secondary) - Outstanding Secondary School | Redbridge, Outer London

Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Permanent | January 2027 Start Outer London Pay Scale: M1-M6 £39,196 - £52,241 | UPS1-UPS3 £54,047 - £58,120 + TLR2c (£8,279)

Are you a qualified SENCO looking to join a thriving and highly successful secondary school?

Are you an ambitious secondary teacher with the NASENCO qualification ready to take on your first SENCO position, or an experienced SENCO seeking a new challenge within an outstanding school environment?

An exceptional secondary school in the London Borough of Redbridge is seeking to appoint an outstanding SENCO from January 2027. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to lead a well-established SEND provision within a school renowned for its high academic standards, inclusive ethos, excellent behaviour and strong commitment to staff development.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school where inclusion is central to its vision and where SEND students are fully supported to achieve outstanding outcomes both academically and personally.

The School

This ambitious and oversubscribed secondary school has built an excellent reputation across East London for delivering exceptional outcomes whilst maintaining a strong focus on student wellbeing and inclusion.

Students are well-motivated, respectful and eager to learn, whilst staff benefit from outstanding leadership, excellent CPD opportunities and a genuinely supportive working environment.

The successful candidate will become part of a high-performing leadership team committed to ensuring every student receives the support, challenge and opportunities needed to succeed.

The Role

As SENCO, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for SEND provision across the school, ensuring all students with additional needs receive the highest quality support and intervention.

The role will involve:

• Leading and developing the school's SEND strategy and provision.
• Managing EHCPs, annual reviews and SEND support plans.
• Monitoring progress and outcomes for students with SEND.
• Working closely with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Supporting, training and developing teaching and support staff.
• Ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and statutory requirements.
• Line managing SEND support staff and intervention programmes.
• Contributing to whole-school inclusion and pastoral initiatives.
• Analysing data to identify trends and improve student outcomes.

In addition to your SENCO responsibilities, you will also maintain a teaching timetable, allowing you to continue impacting students directly in the classroom whilst leading SEND provision across the school.

Person Specification

To be considered for this position, applicants must:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• Hold a recognised secondary teaching qualification.
• Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO).
• Have successful teaching experience within a secondary school setting.
• Possess a strong understanding of SEND legislation and best practice.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Have a passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for vulnerable learners.

Applications are particularly welcomed from:

• Experienced secondary teachers who have completed their NASENCO qualification and are ready to secure their first SENCO role.
• SEND specialists looking to progress into whole-school leadership.
• Current Assistant SENCos seeking the next step in their career.
• Experienced SENCos looking to join a highly successful and ambitious school.

The school also offers:

• Outstanding professional development and leadership training.
• A highly supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• Excellent SEND resources and support structures.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• A positive and collaborative staff culture.
• Outstanding facilities and learning environments.

Interview Process

The school is looking to interview strong candidates during the Autumn Term for a January 2027 start.

As part of the selection process, shortlisted applicants will be required to:

• Attend a formal panel interview.
• Plan and deliver a lesson within their specialist subject area.
• Present their vision for SEND and inclusive practice.
• Demonstrate their understanding of current SEND legislation, intervention strategies and whole-school inclusion.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and ambitious educator to play a key leadership role within one of Redbridge's most respected secondary schools, helping to shape the educational experience and outcomes of students with additional needs whilst continuing to teach and inspire in the classroom.

Applications are welcomed from both aspiring first-time SENCos and experienced SEND leaders looking to make a lasting impact within an outstanding school community.

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