Talent Pool: SENDCO

Are you a strategic and values-driven SEND leader ready to shape inclusive practice across secondary or all-through provision?

We are building a SENDCO Talent Pool for exceptional professionals committed to improving outcomes for students with special educational needs and disabilities across Key Stages 3–5 (and beyond in all-through settings).

Whether you are an experienced SENDCO seeking your next challenge or an aspiring SENDCO working towards the National Award for SEND Coordination, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As part of our SENDCO Talent Pool, you may be considered for opportunities including:

• SENDCO / Inclusion Lead

• Assistant SENDCO

• Strategic SEND Leader

• Senior Leader with responsibility for SEND

Roles will be based in secondary or all-through schools, with responsibility for leading SEND provision across complex and diverse student cohorts.

We Are Looking For Professionals Who:

• Hold (or are working towards) the National Award for SEND Coordination

• Have strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, EHCP processes, and exam access arrangements

• Demonstrate measurable impact on student outcomes at KS3, KS4 and KS5

• Can lead and develop inclusive practice across departments

• Build effective partnerships with families, external agencies and pastoral teams

• Are confident working within the demands of a secondary curriculum model

What We Offer

• Access to SEND leadership opportunities across our secondary and all-through schools

• High-quality CPD and leadership development

• Collaboration with a strong network of SEND leaders

• Strategic support from experienced senior leaders

• A culture that prioritises inclusion, aspiration and achievement

Why Join the Talent Pool?

By joining our SENDCO Talent Pool, you will:

• Be considered for upcoming SEND leadership roles before wider advertisement

• Receive tailored communication aligned to your experience and ambitions

• Join a professional community of secondary SEND leaders

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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