SENCO

Protocol Education Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Birmingham seeks a dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to cover maternity leave from September 2025. The role involves overseeing SEND provision, promoting positive outcomes through collaboration, and leading inclusive practices within a supportive environment committed to high standards and student welfare.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)

Personalised support from a dedicated consultant

Free access to online CPD Academy

Fast-track registration

Qualifications

• Hold (or be working towards) the NASENCO qualification.
• Strong understanding of SEND and whole-school inclusion practices.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, empathy, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school’s SEND provision, ensuring high-quality support.
• Lead inclusive teaching strategies and whole-school initiatives.
• Collaborate with students, families, staff, and external agencies.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Leadership

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

NASENCO qualification

Job description

Job Title: SENCO (Maternity Cover)

Location: Birmingham
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed Term (1 year – Maternity Cover)
Salary: Dependent on experience + SEN Allowance

Lead with compassion. Shape with purpose.

Protocol Education is delighted to be working with an Outstanding secondary school in Birmingham. This high-achieving school that is fast becoming a beacon of excellence in the city—combining academic success, spiritual development, and strong pastoral care. Serving a diverse and ambitious student body, the school fosters an environment where every pupil is valued and supported to achieve their full potential.

With a commitment to inclusive practice at the heart of its ethos, the school offers a nurturing yet high-performing culture. Staff benefit from clear leadership, well-structured support systems, and a professional community that genuinely works together. The school's inclusive vision is evident across all areas of provision, especially in its SEND support.

We are currently recruiting for a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to cover maternity leave from September 2025. This is a rewarding opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to lead on inclusion within a school that truly lives its values.

What makes this role special?

• A values-driven culture with a strong commitment to SEND learners
• Dynamic and forward-thinking leadership that welcomes innovation
• A highly collaborative team environment where all staff are supported and empowered

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the school’s SEND provision, ensuring high-quality support and interventions
• Lead inclusive teaching strategies and whole-school initiatives
• Collaborate with students, families, staff and external agencies to promote positive outcomes
• Guide and train teaching staff on effective SEND strategies
• Manage and review EHCPs and access arrangements

The ideal candidate will:

• Hold (or be working towards) the NASENCO qualification
• Have a strong understanding of SEND and whole-school inclusion practices
• Demonstrate excellent communication, empathy and leadership skills
• Be collaborative, proactive and solution-focused

Why work with Protocol Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay (no umbrella companies)
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Free access to our online CPD Academy, including Thrive training
• Fast-track registration and insight into local school opportunities

Inclusion starts with leadership. Ready to be that voice?

Apply today or contact us to discuss the role in more detail.

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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