SENCO | Outstanding All-Through School | Hounslow

Position: SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)
Location: Hounslow
Contract: Full-Time Permanent
Start Date: September

An Outstanding All-Through School in Hounslow is seeking to appoint an experienced and inspirational SENCO to join its senior leadership team from September. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a well-established SEND provision within a school that is committed to inclusion academic excellence and ensuring every pupil receives the support they need to thrive.

The school is renowned for its outstanding teaching exceptional pastoral care and inclusive ethos. Staff work collaboratively to provide a nurturing environment where pupils of all abilities are encouraged to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking leadership team that places a strong emphasis on professional development and continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for SEND across the school overseeing provision from the primary phase through to sixth form. You will ensure that pupils with additional needs receive personalised support through high-quality teaching targeted interventions and effective multi-agency collaboration.

Working closely with the Headteacher senior leaders teachers parents governors and external professionals you will manage EHCPs monitor pupil progress coordinate specialist support services and drive whole-school inclusive practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCO or an ambitious teacher with the National Award for SEN Coordination who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people with SEND.

• Lead and develop the schools SEND strategy across all key stages

• Coordinate provision for pupils with a wide range of additional needs

• Oversee EHCPs annual reviews and statutory SEND processes

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality inclusive teaching

• Liaise with parents local authorities and external professionals

• Monitor pupil progress and evaluate intervention programmes

• Deliver professional development and guidance for school staff

• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and safeguarding requirements

This Outstanding All-Through School in Hounslow provides a vibrant and inclusive learning environment where pupils progress from the early years through to sixth form. The school combines ambitious academic expectations with exceptional pastoral support ensuring every learner is encouraged to achieve their full potential.

The leadership team values collaboration innovation and continuous professional development. Staff benefit from outstanding facilities excellent resources and a supportive culture that promotes career progression and professional growth.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

• National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete it where applicable)

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND

• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice

• Excellent leadership communication and organisational skills

Desirable

• Previous experience as a SENCO

• Experience managing EHCPs and multi-agency partnerships

• Proven success in improving outcomes for pupils with SEND

• Experience leading staff training and promoting whole-school inclusion

To be considered for this SENCO position at an Outstanding All-Through School in Hounslow please forward an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.