SENCO & Inclusion Lead, Primary School

TeacherActive; Saltley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Consultant support

Onboarding support

CPD access

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

TeacherActive is partnering with an inclusive Primary School in Birmingham to recruit a full-time SENCO. The role leads SEND provision, coordinating EHCPs and annual reviews, and working closely with SLT, staff and families to secure outcomes for pupils with additional needs. Requires UK QTS and SENCO qualification with primary experience.

The school offers a supportive environment, strong safeguarding, and opportunities for ongoing CPD and leadership development within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK.
• A recognised SENCO qualification such as NASENCO or NPQ for SENCOs.
• Previous experience working successfully as a SENCO.
• Primary school experience across EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and EHCP processes.
• Experience leading SEND provision within a SLT context.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the school's approach to SEND and inclusion.
• Oversee the identification, assessment and provision for pupils with SEND.
• Coordinate EHCPs, annual reviews and statutory processes.
• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate SEND interventions impact.
• Support teachers with adaptive teaching, differentiation and strategies.
• Lead and support teaching assistants and staff working with SEND pupils.
• Provide SEND coaching and professional development to staff.
• Liaise with parents, local authorities and external agencies.

Skills

QTS UK

SENCO qualification

SENCO leadership

Primary school experience EYFS KS1 KS2

Leadership/SLT awareness

Job description

TeacherActive is partnering with an inclusive Primary School in Birmingham to recruit a full-time SENCO. The role leads SEND provision, coordinating EHCPs and annual reviews, and working closely with SLT, staff and families to secure outcomes for pupils with additional needs. Requires UK QTS and SENCO qualification with primary experience.

The school offers a supportive environment, strong safeguarding, and opportunities for ongoing CPD and leadership development within a collaborative team.