SENDCO

Prospero Teaching; Lewisham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) for a special needs primary school in Lewisham, London, starting January 2027. The post entails leading SEND provision, coordinating with staff, families and external professionals to ensure tailored support for pupils.

The ideal candidate will have substantial SEND experience, knowledge of autism and complex needs, strong organisational and communication skills, and a commitment to inclusive

Qualifications

• Substantial experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a specialist primary school.
• Strong understanding of needs including autism, communication and interaction difficulties, learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with families, school staff and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Commitment to helping every pupil develop independence, confidence and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the school.
• Support the identification and assessment of pupils' learning needs.
• Oversee development, implementation and review of individual support plans and provision.
• Work with teachers and teaching assistants to develop personalised learning strategies.
• Liaise with parents and carers to maintain strong home-school partnerships.
• Coordinate with external professionals (educational psychologists, speech and language therapists).
• Contribute to EHCP reviews and monitor provision.
• Provide guidance and professional development in SEND practice.
• Promote safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, inclusion and high expectations.
• Ensure SEND procedures reflect current statutory guidance and school policies.

Skills

SEND experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Family liaison

Education

QTS

SENDCo qualification

Job description

SENDCo - Special Needs Primary School

Location: Lewisham, South East London
Start Date: January 2027
Contract: To be confirmed
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and knowledgeable Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our welcoming specialist primary school in Lewisham from January 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SEND professional to play a key role in supporting pupils with a diverse range of special educational needs and disabilities. The successful candidate will help ensure that every child receives the tailored support, encouragement and opportunities they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About the Role

As SENDCo, you will work closely with the Headteacher, teaching staff, support staff, families and external professionals to coordinate provision, promote inclusive practice and ensure that pupils' individual needs are understood and effectively supported.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating SEND provision across the school.
• Supporting the identification and assessment of pupils' individual learning needs.
• Overseeing the development, implementation and review of individual support plans and provision.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and teaching assistants to develop effective, personalised learning strategies.
• Liaising with parents and carers to ensure positive communication and strong home-school partnerships.
• Coordinating with external professionals, including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists and other relevant specialists.
• Contributing to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and ensuring provision is monitored effectively.
• Supporting staff through guidance, advice and professional development in SEND practice.
• Promoting safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, inclusion and high expectations for every child.
• Ensuring SEND procedures and documentation reflect current statutory guidance and school policies.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has substantial experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a specialist primary school.
• Has a strong understanding of a range of needs, including autism, communication and interaction difficulties, learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Has excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively with families, school staff and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Is committed to helping every pupil develop independence, confidence and a sense of belonging.
• Can lead and support colleagues to deliver high-quality, personalised provision.
• Demonstrates a positive, compassionate and solution-focused approach.

Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the appropriate SENDCo qualification or willingness to meet the applicable statutory requirements are desirable or required depending on the post and the school's circumstances.

The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and appropriate safeguarding checks.

Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.
• A supportive school environment with a strong commitment to inclusion.
• The opportunity to contribute to the development of high-quality specialist provision.
• Collaborative working with dedicated staff, families and external professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership.