SENDCO: Lead Special Needs Support & Inclusion

Philosophy Education LTD.; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education LTD. in East London is seeking a qualified SENCO to join their staff on a full-time basis in a diverse secondary school within an academy trust. The SENCO will lead SEND provision, develop policy, and coordinate support across the school to meet pupils’ needs and raise outcomes.

The role involves liaising with external agencies, updating records, and delivering training to staff to ensure high-quality SEND responses and effective collaboration with parents and professionals.

Qualifications

• Hold QTS and SENCO qualification.
• Experience coordinating SEND provision in a secondary school.
• Ability to coach and mentor others and work in a team.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, organisational and prioritisation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all support for children with SEND within the school.
• Develop and implement the school’s SEND policy for consistent practice.
• Liaise with external agencies and specialists (Speech and Language Therapy, Educational Psychologist, therapists).
• Update SEND records and monitor pupil progress and needs.
• Provide specialist support for teachers and support staff.
• Work with class teachers to write Personal Learning Plans (PLP).
• Prepare Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Organise training for staff on meeting SEND needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching & mentoring

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Education

QTS

SENCO qualification

Job description

Philosophy Education LTD. in East London is seeking a qualified SENCO to join their staff on a full-time basis in a diverse secondary school within an academy trust. The SENCO will lead SEND provision, develop policy, and coordinate support across the school to meet pupils’ needs and raise outcomes.

The role involves liaising with external agencies, updating records, and delivering training to staff to ensure high-quality SEND responses and effective collaboration with parents and professionals.