SENCO – Inclusive Secondary School in Sutton

Job Title: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Location: Sutton Outer London

School Type: 1118 Secondary School & Sixth Form

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: MPS / UPS SEN Allowance (Outer London Pay Scale)

Role Overview

An inclusive secondary school in Sutton is seeking an experienced dedicated and strategic Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) to lead their SEND department this pivotal leadership position you will oversee the strategic development and day-to-day operation of the schools SEND policy and provision. Working in partnership with the Senior Leadership Team subject teachers learning support staff and external multi-agency professionals you will ensure that pupils with additional needs are fully supported included and empowered to reach their academic and personal potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead monitor and evaluate the strategic direction of SEND provision across Key Stage 3 Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5.

• Oversee statutory EHCP processes annual reviews and SEN Support plans in full compliance with local authority procedures and national frameworks.

• Line-manage mentor and deploy a team of Higher Level Teaching Assistants (HLTAs) and Learning Support Assistants (LSAs).

• Provide expert advice training and guidance to teaching staff on adaptive teaching strategies scaffolding and inclusive classroom practice.

• Maintain close partnerships with parents carers Educational Psychologists Speech and Language Therapists and local authority SEND teams.

Key Requirements

• Recognized UK teaching qualification with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).

• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or the NPQ for SENCOs (NPQSENCO) (or currently working towards / willing to complete).

• Substantial experience in SEND coordination statutory EHCP management and inclusive education within a secondary environment.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice statutory requirements and local funding pathways.

• Exceptional leadership communication and organizational capabilities.

• Legal right to work in the UK.

School Highlights & Benefits

• Dedicated modern Learning Support Hub with excellent resources and a supportive LSA team.

• Highly collaborative leadership team committed to genuine inclusion staff wellbeing and professional growth.

• Convenient Sutton location with excellent transport links (National Rail and local bus routes) and free on-site staff parking.

• Competitive Outer London pay scale SEN allowance and Teachers Pension Scheme enrolment.

Application

To apply for this SENCO role at an inclusive secondary school in Sutton starting ASAP please submit your updated CV as soon as possible.