Qualified SENDCO

Long Term Futures Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd. is seeking an experienced SENDCO to lead SEND provision across a Derby primary school.

The role may extend to provide SEND oversight for a nursery, involving coordination of EHCPs, annual reviews and provision maps, and collaborative work with parents, external agencies and local authorities. The successful candidate will hold NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs (or equivalent) and a QTS or equivalent qualification, with strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and a track

Qualifications

• NASENCO, NPQ for SENCOs or equivalent qualification - essential.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or appropriate professional qualification.
• Experience leading or coordinating SEND provision.
• Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience managing EHCP processes, annual reviews and provision mapping.
• Experience collaborating with parents, external agencies and local authorities.
• Understanding of Early Years SEND advantageous for nursery oversight.
• Ability to lead, advise and develop other staff.
• Willingness to support across Primary and Early Years.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the primary school.
• Oversee identification, assessment and ongoing support of pupils with additional needs.
• Manage and review EHCPs, SEND support plans, provision maps and individual targets.
• Coordinate and contribute to annual reviews and statutory SEND processes.
• Ensure provision meets SEND Code of Practice requirements.
• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate intervention impact.
• Provide guidance and coaching to teachers and TAs.
• Maintain strong communication with parents and carers.
• Liaise with Educational Psychologists, SALT and local authorities.
• Support transitions between Early Years and primary, with nursery oversight possible.
• Contribute to wider school improvement and inclusive practice.

Skills

SENDCO leadership

EHCP management

Collaboration with parents

Inclusion

Staff coaching

Education

NASENCO qualification

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Location: Derby, DE23 - easily commutable from Littleover, Normanton, Mickleover, Sinfin and Derby City Centre

Pay: Competitive - dependent on experience and qualifications

Start Date: November 2026

Contract: Long-term / permanent opportunity

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced and fully qualified SENDCO to take a key leadership role within a supportive primary school in the DE23 area of Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established SEND professional who can take ownership of SEND provision across the primary setting, while potentially providing oversight and guidance to an associated nursery site.

The successful candidate must hold the NASENCO qualification, NPQ for SENCOs, or an equivalent recognised SENDCO qualification, alongside strong practical experience of SEND provision within an educational setting.

About the Role

As SENDCO, you will:

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the primary school
• Oversee the identification, assessment and ongoing support of pupils with additional needs
• Manage and review EHCPs, SEND support plans, provision maps and individual pupil targets
• Coordinate and contribute to annual reviews and statutory SEND processes
• Ensure provision meets the requirements of the SEND Code of Practice
• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate the impact of interventions and additional provision
• Provide guidance, coaching and practical support to teachers and teaching assistants
• Work closely with parents and carers to maintain strong communication around pupil provision
• Liaise with external professionals including Educational Psychologists, SALT, local authority teams and other specialist services
• Support effective transitions between Early Years, primary phases and future settings
• Potentially provide SEND oversight and professional guidance across an associated nursery provision
• Contribute to wider school improvement and inclusive practice

Essential Candidate Requirements

• NASENCO, NPQ for SENCOs or equivalent recognised SENDCO qualification - essential
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or appropriate relevant professional qualification
• Previous experience leading or coordinating SEND provision
• Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• Confident managing EHCP processes, annual reviews and provision mapping
• Experience working collaboratively with parents, external agencies and local authorities
• Strong understanding of inclusive classroom practice and effective SEND interventions
• Ability to lead, advise and develop other members of staff
• Understanding of Early Years SEND would be highly advantageous due to potential nursery oversight
• Organised, confident and capable of managing a varied SEND caseloadPlease note: applications from candidates without an appropriate SENDCO qualification cannot be considered for this position.

About the School

• Supportive primary setting based in Derby, DE23
• Strong commitment to inclusive education and early intervention
• Opportunity to influence SEND strategy and provision
• Collaborative leadership and teaching team
• Potential involvement across both primary and Early Years provision

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent position
• Roles focused on stability rather than day-to-day supply
• Weekly pay during temporary placement
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process
• Access to relevant CPD and professional development

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references