Senco/Head of Inclusion

Teach Now Limited; London Borough of Ealing; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

MPS/UPS

Pro-rata SEN allowance

Structured January handover

Job summary

Teach Now Limited in London is seeking an experienced SENCO/Head of Inclusion for a part-time maternity-cover role at a Perivale primary school. The post starts January 2027 and involves leading SEND provision, coordinating support with families and external professionals, and line-managing 1:1 SEND TAs.

You will join the leadership team, oversee the internal Specialist Resource Provision, and act as Designated Teacher for looked-after children. Three days per week with a handover.

Qualifications

• QTS and relevant primary education experience.
• Previous SENCO, Head of Inclusion or SEND leader experience.
• Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes and inclusive teaching.
• Experience supporting autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH and complex learning needs.
• Confidence leading support staff and working with families and external professionals.
• Strong organisation and a collaborative, nurturing leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEND provision and oversee the schools Specialist Resource Provision.
• Line-manage and guide 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants.
• Coordinate support with teachers, senior leaders, families and external agencies.
• Monitor and review EHCPs, individual support plans and interventions.
• Guide staff on inclusive teaching and differentiation.
• Act as Designated Teacher for looked-after and previously looked-after children.
• Develop inclusion priorities and monitor pupils progress and wellbeing.

Skills

QTS

SENCO experience

SEND leadership

Inclusive teaching

Collaboration

Education

QTS or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Position: SENCO / Head of Inclusion Contract Type: Part-time Temporary – Maternity Cover Start Date: 4 January 2027 Location: Perivale, Ealing, West London Salary: £41,729 – £64,684 per year MPS/UPS plus SEN allowance, pro rata Salary is dependent on qualifications, experience and position on the applicable pay range. Hours of work: Three days per week; days and hours to be confirmed Email: [e-mail] Contact Name: Danna Crous

About the Role

Lead inclusion with time to understand the children, colleagues and provision youll oversee. Teach Now is recruiting an experienced SENCO / Head of Inclusion for a welcoming primary school in Perivale. This three-day-per-week maternity-cover role starts in January 2027, with a structured handover before the current postholder begins maternity leave in early February. Youll join the leadership team and coordinate SEND provision, combining strategic oversight with practical guidance. Your remit includes the internal Specialist Resource Provision, line management of 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants and the Designated Teacher role for looked-after and previously looked-after children. Working with teachers, families and external professionals, youll help ensure support is coordinated and pupils can participate, progress and feel included. This opportunity suits an approachable leader who can translate individual needs into effective provision.

Requirements

• QTS and relevant primary education experience.
• Previous experience as a SENCO, Head of Inclusion or SEND leader.
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes and inclusive teaching.
• Experience supporting autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, SEMH and complex learning needs.
• Confidence leading support staff and working with families and external professionals.
• Strong organisation and a collaborative, nurturing leadership style.
• Experience overseeing specialist resource provision or acting as a Designated Teacher would be particularly valuable.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SEND provision and oversee the schools Specialist Resource Provision.
• Line-manage and guide 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistants.
• Coordinate support with teachers, senior leaders, families and external agencies.
• Monitor and review EHCPs, individual support plans and interventions.
• Guide staff on inclusive teaching and differentiation.
• Act as Designated Teacher for looked-after and previously looked-after children.
• Develop inclusion priorities and monitor pupils progress and wellbeing.

Benefits

• A part-time leadership role across three days each week.
• A structured January handover with the current postholder.
• MPS/UPS plus a pro-rata SEN allowance.
• A welcoming primary school committed to inclusion.
• A varied remit spanning SEND leadership, specialist provision and support for vulnerable pupils.

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.