Qualified SENCO Required

Location: Hayes, West London
Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Term (1 Year)
Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
Start Date: ASAP / January Start

A welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Hayes is seeking an experienced and dedicated SENCO to lead and develop the school's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator with strong leadership skills to make a significant impact on student outcomes and inclusion.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff, support staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure all students receive the tailored support they need to achieve their full potential.

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision in line with statutory requirements.
• Identify, assess, and monitor students with SEND, ensuring appropriate interventions are implemented.
• Coordinate and review Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Support teachers in adapting teaching strategies and resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Manage and develop a team of Learning Support Assistants and SEND staff.
• Liaise effectively with parents, carers, local authorities, and external professionals.
• Monitor student progress and use data to drive improvements in SEND outcomes.
• Promote an inclusive culture across the school, ensuring all students can access the curriculum.

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or willingness to work towards it.
• Proven experience working with students with SEND.
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and relevant legislation.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and families.

• Supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Well-resourced SEND department.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of young people.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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