Deputy SENDCo

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment are partnering with a specialist secondary SEN school in West London to recruit a Deputy SENDCO to start September 2026. This dual-role combines teaching around 70% with SEND coordination 30%, supporting SEND provision across the school.

The ideal candidate will hold QTS, have extensive SEN and SEMH experience, and a track record in SEND leadership or coordination. You will work with the SENDCO and leadership team to develop EHCPs, monitor pupil progress, and promote

Qualifications

• Hold QTS – essential.
• Experience in a specialist SEN school – essential.
• Strong SEN/SEMH experience – essential.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism – advantageous.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Understanding of SEND, EHCPs and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging, differentiated lessons to pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Support the SENDCO with day-to-day coordination of SEND provision.
• Contribute to development, implementation and review of EHCP provision.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, families and external professionals.
• Monitor pupil progress and identify appropriate interventions.
• Provide SEND advice and strategies to colleagues.
• Contribute to staff development and promote inclusive practice.
• Maintain high expectations while understanding individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement with learning.

Skills

QTS

SEN/SEMH experience

SEND leadership/coordination

Autism awareness

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Education

QTS

Job description

Deputy SENDCO - SEN/SEMH

SchoolLocation: West London

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, long-term

Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

Agency: Tradewind Recruitment

Tradewind Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a specialist secondary SEN school in West London for an experienced and passionate Deputy SENDCO to join their team from September 2026.This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified teacher with strong SEN and SEMH experience who is looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role within the school's SEND provision.

The Role

This is a dual-role position, with approximately 70% of the role focused on teaching and 30% supporting the SENDCO, who also holds the position of Assistant Principal. You will work closely with the SENDCO and wider leadership team to ensure pupils receive the appropriate support and provision to meet their individual needs. The teaching element of the role will involve working with pupils within a specialist SEMH setting, while the SEND responsibilities will include supporting with the coordination and development of SEND provision across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach engaging and appropriately differentiated lessons to pupils with SEN and SEMH needs.
• Support the SENDCO with the day-to-day coordination of SEND provision.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and review of EHCP provision.
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, families and external professionals.
• Help monitor pupil progress and identify appropriate interventions.
• Support colleagues with advice and strategies around SEND.
• Contribute to staff development and promote inclusive practice.
• Maintain high expectations of pupils while understanding their individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement with learning.

The Ideal Candidate

• Hold QTS - essential.
• Have previous experience working in a specialist SEN school - essential.
• Have strong experience working with pupils with SEMH needs - essential.
• Have experience supporting pupils with additional needs such as Autism.
• Have a strong understanding of SEND, EHCPs and inclusive practice.
• Ideally have experience working within a SEND leadership or coordination role.
• Be confident working alongside senior leaders and external professionals.
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Be passionate about improving outcomes for pupils with additional needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEN teacher looking to develop their leadership experience while remaining heavily involved in classroom teaching.