Inclusion Leader — SENCo & SEND Champion

John Burns Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

John Burns Primary School is seeking an Inclusion Leader (0.6) with SENCo experience to join our Senior Leadership Team from January 2027. The role combines inclusion leadership with class-based teaching cover (0.4) and focuses on high-quality SEN provision.

The successful candidate will lead interventions, foster positive relationships with families, and work with staff to raise standards and outcomes for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of supporting pupils with SEND.
• Experience of leadership and management in a school or educational setting.
• Ability to provide professional leadership and manage a staff team.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to safety and wellbeing of children.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-quality SEN provision within the school.
• Oversee and evaluate interventions for pupils with SEND.
• Build positive relationships with families.
• Collaborate with teaching team to improve standards.
• Contribute to SLT and school improvement planning.

Skills

SEND support

Speech and language

ASD expertise

SEMH understanding

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Job description

John Burns Primary School is seeking an Inclusion Leader (0.6) with SENCo experience to join our Senior Leadership Team from January 2027. The role combines inclusion leadership with class-based teaching cover (0.4) and focuses on high-quality SEN provision.

The successful candidate will lead interventions, foster positive relationships with families, and work with staff to raise standards and outcomes for all pupils.