SENCO

Vision for Education Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Dedicated consultant support

Professional development opportunities

PAYE payroll with no umbrella company

Inclusion-focused school environment

Job summary

Smart Teachers is recruiting an Interim SENCO for a secondary school in Newham. You will lead SEND provision, oversee EHCPs and annual reviews, and ensure statutory compliance while coordinating multi-agency support.

The role requires QTS and NASENCO or equivalent, plus 2–3 years’ SENCO experience in a mainstream setting. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• QTS is required and NASENCO or equivalent SENCO qualification is essential.
• Minimum 2–3 years’ SENCO experience in a mainstream secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Oversee EHCP processes, annual reviews and statutory compliance.
• Advise and support teachers in delivering high-quality inclusive practice.
• Line manage and develop SEND support staff.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders, external agencies and parents/carers.
• Monitor student progress and implement effective interventions.
• Ensure the school remains fully compliant with the SEND Code of Practice.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

SEND Knowledge

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

NASENCO or SENCO qualification

Job description

Position: Interim SENCO - Full time

Location: Newham

Start date: As soon as possibl e

Smart Teachers is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive mainstream secondary school in Newham seeking an experienced Interim SENCO to provide strong leadership of the school's SEND provision. This is an excellent opportunity for an established SENCO who can make an immediate impact within a supportive leadership team.

The successful candidate will lead the strategic development of SEND across the school, ensuring that students with additional needs receive high-quality support and achieve positive outcomes. You will work closely with senior leaders, teaching staff, parents and external agencies to maintain an inclusive learning environment and ensure statutory responsibilities are met. Interim SENCO appointments are commonly sought to provide experienced leadership and continuity within schools.

The Role

• Lead and manage the school's SEND provision across Key Stages 3 and 4.
• Oversee EHCP processes, annual reviews and statutory compliance.
• Advise and support teachers in delivering high-quality inclusive practice.
• Line manage and develop SEND support staff.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders, external agencies and parents/carers.
• Monitor student progress and implement effective interventions.
• Ensure the school remains fully compliant with the SEND Code of Practice.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• The National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or mandatory SENCO qualification.
• A minimum of 2-3 years' experience working as a SENCO within a mainstream secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of current SEND legislation and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Experience leading EHCP reviews and coordinating multi-agency support.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with staff, students and families.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• PAYE payroll with no umbrella company deductions.
• Opportunity to work within a well-led and inclusive secondary school.

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and must hold, or be willing to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

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