Strategic SEND & Inclusion Lead (SENCO) – Part‑Time

Ad Talent; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

St Paul's Waldorf School is seeking an experienced SENDCO / SENCO & Inclusion Lead to shape and lead its SEND provision. Reporting to the Headteacher, you will set the strategy for SEND policy and delivery across the school.

This role offers influence across the whole school, coordinating support, improving inclusion and safeguarding for pupils with additional needs. Start date: as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Qualified Teacher Status
• At least two years' teaching experience
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• National Award for SEN Coordination (or NPQ for SENCO) or willingness to complete within three years
• Experience planning and evaluating effective support strategies
• Strong organisational, communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to use assessment data to inform provision
• Commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and achieving positive outcomes for pupils with SEND

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing SEND and inclusion across the school
• Maintaining the SEND register and whole‑school provision map
• Identifying pupils' needs and coordinating appropriate support
• Monitoring pupil progress and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions
• Ensuring provision meets the requirements of EHC Plans and statutory timescales
• Advising colleagues on adaptive teaching and quality‑first teaching approaches
• Supporting staff with Assess, Plan, Do, Review cycles and pupil profiles
• Working closely with parents, carers and external professionals
• Liaising with educational psychologists, SALT, CAMHS, Children's Services and the local authority
• Managing, deploying and appraising teaching assistants and SEND staff
• Analysing assessment data and advising on the effective use of SEND funding
• Leading staff training and contributing to school improvement planning
• Supporting compliance with the SEND Code of Practice, Equality Act and Independent School Standards

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Data-informed provision

Safeguarding knowledge

Assessment data usage

Education

Qualified Teacher Status

National Award for SEN Coordination / NPQ for SENCO

Job description

St Paul's Waldorf School is seeking an experienced SENDCO / SENCO & Inclusion Lead to shape and lead its SEND provision. Reporting to the Headteacher, you will set the strategy for SEND policy and delivery across the school.

This role offers influence across the whole school, coordinating support, improving inclusion and safeguarding for pupils with additional needs. Start date: as soon as possible.