Deputy SENDCO

Education Matters Group; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a full-time position to support the SENDCO in enhancing SEND provision throughout the school. The role involves ensuring inclusive teaching, liaising with parents, and supporting staff and students with special educational needs. A strong commitment to excellence in education is essential, shown through qualifications like QTS and PGCE, combined with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Possess a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE.
• Demonstrates commitment to excellence in education.
• Strong communication, time management, and team leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support SENDCO in leading SEND provision across the school.
• Champion high expectations and outcomes for students with SEND.
• Work with curriculum leaders to ensure quality of inclusive teaching.
• Liaise with external agencies and families.

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Team Leadership

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)

Job description

Purpose of Role:
To support the SENDCO in leading inclusive, high-quality SEND provision across the school developing curriculum, managing EHCP processes, leading teaching interventions, and supporting staff, students, and families.

Fulltime
Mon - Friday
ASAP/September start

Key Responsibilities: Inclusion & Student Support

• Champion high expectations and outcomes for students with SEND

Curriculum & Teaching

• Work with curriculum leaders to ensure quality of inclusive teaching at KS3/4.
• Identify and promote effective SEND teaching strategies and monitor differentiation

Parents & Partnerships

• Liaise with external agencies, feeder schools, and parents.
• Work closely with families to support behavior and learning plans.

Leadership & Management

• Assist in building and maintaining a skilled, cohesive SEND team.
• Support strategic leadership in SEND provision, curriculum design, and staff training.

Person Specification: Essential:

• Possess a Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education), demonstrating your commitment to excellence in the field of education.
• Strong communication, time management, and team leadership skills.