SENCO

Teach Now; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) for a welcoming primary school in Hammersmith and Fulham, London. The role shapes SEND provision, guiding staff and ensuring consistent support across the school.

You will coordinate Education, Health and Care Plan reviews, work with families and specialists, and lead inclusive strategies with the leadership team. DBS clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• National Award for SEN Coordination or NPQ for SENCOs
• Primary school SENCO or substantial SEND leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and EHC Plan processes

Responsibilities

• Coordinate school-wide SEND provision as SENCO
• Guide teachers and support staff on inclusive classroom strategies
• Coordinate Education, Health and Care Plan reviews and documentation
• Monitor pupil progress and identify where further support is needed
• Maintain accurate SEND records, provision maps and support plans
• Work with families, local authorities and specialist professionals

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

National Award for SEN Coordination or NPQ for SENCOs

Primary school SENCO experience

Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice & EHC Plan processes

Job description

Position: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Contract Type: Full-time Temporary Work

Start Date: November 2026 (Immediate Start)

Location: Hammersmith and Fulham, London, UK

Salary: (Apply online only)+ (Subject to experience)

Salary dependent on experience and qualifications, higher rates are reserved for candidates with substantial experience and/or relevant training.

Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)

Email: (url removed)

Contact Name: Danna Crous

About the Role:

Make a lasting difference to inclusive teaching as a SENCO in a welcoming primary school serving Hammersmith and Fulham. You will shape SEND provision alongside an experienced leadership team, helping staff provide consistent, thoughtful support across the school. This is a chance to bring your expertise to a setting where collaboration matters.

As SENCO, you will guide teachers, coordinate Education, Health and Care Plan reviews and work closely with families and specialists. Your understanding of statutory processes will help the school identify needs early and track meaningful progress. If you enjoy practical leadership and building trust with colleagues, you will contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment.

Requirements:

To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:

• Qualified Teacher Status
• National Award for SEN Coordination, NPQ for SENCOs, or a recognised exemption
• Primary school SENCO or substantial SEND leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and Education, Health and Care Plan processes

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate school-wide SEND provision as SENCO
• Guide teachers and support staff on inclusive classroom strategies
• Coordinate Education, Health and Care Plan reviews and documentation
• Monitor pupil progress and identify where further support is needed
• Maintain accurate SEND records, provision maps and support plans
• Work with families, local authorities and specialist professionals

Our client can offer you:

• An opportunity to strengthen inclusive practice as SENCO
• Collaboration with an experienced leadership team
• A welcoming primary school with a supportive ethos
• Meaningful work alongside families and specialist professionals
• Ongoing placement support from Teach Now

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance.