Inclusion Leader Part time or Full time - John Burns Primary School

Wandsworth Council; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

John Burns Primary School in London is seeking an Inclusion Leader (0.6) with SENCo experience to join the Senior Leadership Team from January 2027. The role also involves 0.4 class-based teaching cover and requires a practitioner who can lead and support pupils with SEND, including speech and language needs, ASD and SEMH.

The successful candidate will provide professional leadership for the SEN team, collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching quality, ensure effective interventions, and

Qualifications

• Proven track record of supporting pupils with SEND, including speech and language, ASD and SEMH.
• Experience of leadership and management within a school or educational setting.
• Ability to provide professional leadership and management of a staff team and contribute to cross-team work to improve teaching and standards.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation governing SEN and safeguarding.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead the high-quality SEN provision across the school.
• Provide professional leadership and management of SEN staff and interventions.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to secure effective use of resources and improve outcomes for all pupils.

Skills

SENCo experience

Inclusion leadership

Interpersonal skills

Staff leadership

Communication

Education

Qualified teacher status

Job description

# Inclusion Leader Part time or Full time - John Burns Primary School### About Us**Required from Spring 2027 or Summer 2027 start would also be considered**Are you an experienced or aspiring Inclusion Leader, with SENCo experience, looking for an exciting challenge? We are seeking an Inclusion Leader 0.6 and class-based teaching cover 0.4 to join our team from January 2027, as part of our Senior Leadership Team. We require a diligent, committed and caring person who is passionate about special educational needs, to lead the high-quality SEN provision within our school. We are looking for an experienced practitioner who has excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with our families and work with our teaching team to ensure the impact of all interventions are effective. Do you have:* a proven track record of supporting pupils with SEND, particularly speech and language, ASD and SEMH;* experience of successful leadership and management within a school or other educational setting;* the ability to provide professional leadership and management of a staff team and contribute to the work of other teams to secure high quality teaching, effective use of resources and improve standards of learning and achievement for ALL pupils across the school;* the knowledge of relevant legislation;* the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines; and* the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.At John Burns Primary School, we are committed to high quality professional development, and can offer friendly, enthusiastic learners. We are a happy, welcoming and hardworking community of staff, parents, governors and pupils who are enthusiastic about a quality educational experience.Our website gives a good introduction to our school, but we would also like to encourage you to come and visit us. Please contact Mrs Buckley on 020 7228 3857 to arrange a tour of the school with the Headteacher.**An Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below****.****Completed application should be returned to the school either by email** **[e-mail] or** **post.****Closing date for applications: Noon on Thursday 19th November 2026 Interviews: Week Commencing 23rd November 2026**The school reserves the right to withdraw the advert and bring forward the intended interview date for suitable candidates.John Burns Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. If you have not heard from us by the interview date, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.This post is subject to DBS check. CVs are not accepted. **John Burns Primary School****21 Wycliffe Road London SW11 5QR Tel: [phone] E-mail:****[e-mail]** **Headteacher: Mr Brian Grogan**