Special Needs Coordinator

REESON Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is seeking a qualified and experienced Special Needs Coordinator (SENCO) for a full-time role at a Brent-based primary school. The position is five days per week, term-time only, with a start date of 2 November 2026.

The SENCO will lead SEND provision across the school, manage EHCP processes and annual reviews, and work with senior leadership, staff, parents and external professionals to promote inclusive practice and improve outcomes for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and NPQ in SEND or equivalent.
• Experience as SENCO in a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes, and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the school, ensuring effective support for pupils with additional needs.
• Oversee EHCP applications, annual reviews and the APDR process.
• Collaborate with teachers, support staff, parents and external agencies to implement effective support strategies.
• Monitor pupil progress and ensure interventions and resources are in place.
• Provide guidance to teaching staff to promote high-quality inclusive teaching across the school.

Skills

QTS

SEND Knowledge

NPQ or equivalent

Education

QTS

NPQ in SEND or equivalent

Job description

Full-Time Primary Special Needs Coordinator (5 Days per Week)

Location: Brent
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, 5 days per week, term time only

On behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Brent, we are seeking a qualified and experienced Special Needs Coordinator to join their team on a full-time basis from November 2nd 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and experienced professional to take a leading role in shaping SEND provision across the school, ensuring that pupils with additional needs receive the support, guidance and opportunities they need to thrive.

The successful candidate will oversee and coordinate SEND provision across the school, working closely with senior leadership, teaching staff, parents and external professionals to promote inclusive practice and improve outcomes for all pupils.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND provision across the school, ensuring effective support for pupils with additional needs.

• Oversee EHCP applications, annual reviews and the Assess, Plan, Do, Review (APDR) process.

• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, parents and external agencies to develop and implement effective support strategies.

• Monitor pupil progress and ensure appropriate interventions and resources are in place.

• Provide guidance and support to teaching staff, promoting high-quality inclusive teaching throughout the school.

Requirements of this Special Needs Coordinator Role

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and Special Needs Coordinator NPQ (or recognised equivalent).

• Proven experience working as a Special Needs Coordinator within a primary school setting.

• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes and statutory requirements.

• Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.

• A proactive and collaborative approach to improving SEND provision and pupil outcomes.

This is a full-time Special Needs Coordinator position (5 days per week) offering the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact within a supportive primary school community.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%