SENCo

Opogo Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive primary school in Greater London seeks a visionary SENCo to lead SEND provision starting September 2025. Join a supportive leadership team dedicated to inclusive education, fostering an environment where every child can thrive. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and impact.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

Supportive leadership team

Network support through Multi-Academy trust

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership and/or teaching roles.
• Strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.
• Commitment to inclusion and adaptive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of SEND provision across the school.
• Champion inclusive practice and oversee the SEND register.
• Drive school improvement through collaboration and data-informed decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal

Inclusion

Strategic insight

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

About the Role: SENCo - Primary

Are you a passionate and visionary leader with a strong commitment to inclusive education? Do you have the strategic insight and ambition to lead outstanding SEND provision across a forward-thinking and diverse primary school?

A Primary School, part of a Multi-Academy trust, is seeking an exceptional Assistant Headteacher/Strategic SENCo to join their Senior Leadership Team from September 2025.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will:

1. Lead the strategic development of SEND provision across the school;
2. Champion inclusive practice and ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice;
3. Oversee the SEND register and ensure effective support for pupils with EHCPs and additional needs;
4. Drive school improvement through collaboration, innovation, and data-informed decisions;
5. Build strong, positive relationships with pupils, staff, parents, and external professionals;
6. Play an active role in shaping whole-school strategy and leadership priorities.

About You

• Holds QTS and preferably London-based classroom experience
• Has experience across various leadership and/or teaching roles
• Has a strong track record of improving outcomes for pupils with SEND;
• Demonstrates excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Is deeply committed to inclusion, equity, and raising aspirations for all;
• Brings energy, resilience, and a collaborative spirit to school leadership;
• Understands the importance of early intervention and adaptive teaching.

Why Join us?

• A warm, diverse, and inclusive school community rooted in strong values;
• A dedicated and supportive leadership team;
• A culture of continuous professional development and reflective practice;
• Part of a Multi-Academy trust - offering strong network support and wider opportunities for growth and collaboration;
• The opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of inclusive education at our school.

“Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) thrive in the school through bespoke support.” – Ofsted

Location: SE24

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Education

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