SENCO (Fixed-Term): Lead SEND Strategy & Impact

The Methodist Church in Britain; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chislehurst School for Girls is seeking an experienced SENCO to lead the SEND provision and join the school's leadership team. The post covers statutory EHCP management, policy oversight and delivery of targeted interventions.

The role requires a qualified teacher with strong leadership, safeguarding commitment and the ability to coordinate across departments to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with experience leading SEND provision.
• Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and current legislation.
• Ability to work with multi-agency teams and coordinate interventions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and day-to-day management of SEND provision.
• Oversee the SEND policy and annual SEND Information Report, keeping pace with guidance.
• Coordinate provision and interventions for students with SEND, including complex timetabled support.
• Track progress at assessment points and arrange interventions with heads of faculty and teachers.
• Manage the EHCP process from statutory assessment to annual reviews and tribunals.
• Line-manage the Assistant SENCO and Teaching Assistant team.
• Lead assessments, referrals and multi-agency work across key transition points.
• Oversee exam concessions, evidence files and JCQ inspections with the examinations team.
• Advise teaching staff and contribute to SEND training.
• Keep SEND records accurate, including the SEND list and SIMS.

Skills

SEND leadership

Strategic planning

Staff development

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified teacher

Job description

Chislehurst School for Girls is seeking an experienced SENCO to lead the SEND provision and join the school's leadership team. The post covers statutory EHCP management, policy oversight and delivery of targeted interventions.

The role requires a qualified teacher with strong leadership, safeguarding commitment and the ability to coordinate across departments to support diverse learners.