Lead teacher and SENCo

CLARUS EDUCATION; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in London is seeking a Lead Teacher and SENCo to ensure high-quality education for children with special educational needs. The role involves leading a team, planning individualized learning, and collaborating with parents and professionals. Applicants should have a degree, QTS, and experience in early years education and SEND. This permanent position offers a full-time contract with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree and QTS required, SENCo qualification desirable.
• Experience in teaching children with SEND and autism.

Responsibilities

• Lead responsibility for ARP at Nursery School.
• Ensure high-quality care and education for children.
• Plan and monitor individualized learning for children.

Skills

Knowledge of current theories

Understanding of research around autism

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

SENCo qualification

Job description

Lead Teacher and SENCo

Location: Westminster

Salary: MPS + SEN Allowance

Hours: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Reporting to: Head of School

Responsible for: Early Years Educators and LSAs

Main Purpose

The role involves:

1. Fulfilling the professional responsibilities of an Early Years teacher, as set out in the School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions document and the EYFS Statutory Framework.
2. Meeting the expectations set out in the Teachers’ Standards.
3. Fulfilling the responsibilities of SENCo, as outlined in the SEND Code of Practice (2014), within the nursery.
4. Carrying out duties as reasonably directed by the Headteacher, in accordance with the current ‘School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document’ and the Professional Standards for Teachers (TDA), relevant to the post holder’s QTS, Core, or Post-Threshold levels.

The teacher, under the direction of the Head of School, will take lead responsibility for the ARP at our Nursery School to ensure:

1. High-quality care and education for children in the ARP, in partnership with parents or carers.
2. Improved standards of learning and achievement for all children.
3. Planning, preparation, recording, assessment, and reporting are individualized around the strengths and needs of learners in the ARP and monitored for impact.
4. Effective use of resources to support regulation and provide rich learning opportunities.
5. High-quality enrichment experiences for all children.
6. Strong community support and partnerships with families.

Qualifications and Training

• Degree
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Desirable: QTS with early years specialism
• SENCo qualification or willingness to work towards it

Experience

• Successful experience in teaching in an ARP and leading a team supporting children with SEND.
• Experience teaching children with autism.
• Early years teaching experience.
• Working in partnership with parents and carers.
• Collaborating with professionals, including therapists.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of current theories, research, and good practices in early years learning and SEND provision.
• Understanding of research around autism and other SEND.
• Awareness of developmental, learning, and cultural needs of young children.
• Understanding of early childhood curriculum standards.
• Expertise in teaching strategies for early years and SEND, including adapting teaching to meet diverse needs.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the EYFS statutory framework, SEND Code of Practice, and relevant legislation.
• Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate an enabling environment for children with SEND.
• Skills in observing, interpreting behaviour, identifying learning needs, and planning appropriate next steps.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and handle challenging situations calmly and sensitively.
• Commitment to working in partnership with parents and carers.

If you are the Lead Teacher and SENCO we are looking for, apply today. Shortlisted teachers will be contacted within 24 hours.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff will have safeguarding responsibilities and will undergo enhanced DBS clearance. Employment is subject to references. This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply, send your detailed CV to Clarus Education. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 48 hours. For more information, see our ‘About’ page and the ‘Privacy Notice’ at the bottom of the page.

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