SENCO

Position: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Location: Southwark

Salary: Negotiable

Contract Type: Full-Time

Start Date: January 2025

Career Teachers are seeking a dedicated and experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) for a long-term position at a thriving and diverse community primary school in Southwark, with the potential for a permanent appointment.

Rated ‘GOOD’ by Ofsted, this inclusive school offers a supportive and high-quality educational environment for children aged 4-11. It is a place where curiosity is nurtured, challenges are embraced, and achievements are celebrated.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the provision for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Teach children in the ASD base once a week
• Coordinate and deliver high-quality support for pupils with additional needs, ensuring their access to an inclusive and engaging curriculum.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents/carers, and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for students.
• Maintain and monitor the SEND register, ensuring appropriate interventions are in place.
• Ensure that statutory requirements such as Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) are fully implemented and reviewed regularly.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• NASENCO qualification (or willingness to work towards this).
• Proven experience working with children with SEND.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• An ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

BENEFITS FOR WORKING WITH CAREER TEACHERS:

• Choose how to get paid (Umbrella or PAYE)
• Monthly free CPD training ran by education professionals.
• Access to 23 free online courses including Safeguarding and Prevent
• Benefits and rewards such as cashbacks and discounts through our Affinity scheme
• Refer a friend scheme (£125 for each successful referral!) *

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students with SEND, and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV or contact Tamima on 0207 105 3499

Career Teachers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.