SENCO

Position: Part-Time SENCo (Special Educational Needs Coordinator)

Contract Type: Part-time Permanent Work

Start Date: 04/01/2027

Location: Croydon, London, UK

Salary: £33,376–£35,760 actual salary (£55,628–£59,601 full-time equivalent) per annum

Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range.

Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (term time only)

Email: (url removed)

Contact Name: Garrett Clinton

About the Role:

Looking for your next SENCo role where inclusion sits at the heart of school life? This welcoming primary school offers spacious grounds, rich outdoor learning and a supportive community in Croydon East. As SENCo, you will lead SEND provision, working closely with senior leaders, teachers, families and external professionals.

You will coordinate Education, Health and Care Plans and interventions, coach colleagues in effective strategies and use evidence to shape what works. Opportunities to share expertise across partner schools, alongside leadership training, make this a role to grow in. If you want to help every child thrive academically, socially and emotionally, this SENCo post is for you.

Requirements:

To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

The NPQ for SENCOs or National Award for SEN Coordination, or be currently working towards it

Experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school setting

Experience leading or developing SEND provision, with evidence of improved outcomes

A strong understanding of SEND legislation, statutory guidance and inclusive teaching

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate SEND provision as SENCo, championing inclusive practice across the school

Oversee the identification, assessment and monitoring of pupils with additional needs

Coordinate Education, Health and Care Plans, annual reviews, support plans and targeted interventions

Support and develop colleagues through practical guidance, training and shared teaching strategies

Build strong, trusting relationships with parents, carers and external professionals

Monitor pupil progress and evaluate the impact of provision to inform improvements

Deploy SEND staff and resources effectively and keep accurate records that meet statutory requirements

The Ideal Candidate Will:

Be passionate about inclusion and helping every child fulfil their potential

Bring confidence in guiding, supporting and inspiring colleagues

Show excellent organisation and a proactive approach to managing provision

Have strong communication and relationship-building skills with families and professionals

Bring a compassionate, child-centred outlook to every decision

Show a commitment to equality and high aspirations for every pupil

Why work via Transparency Education?

Transparency Education are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff.

We:

Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

Offer an excellent 'refer a friend' scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days

Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee

Give you access for a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Application Process:

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Transparency Education directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.

Transparency Education operates stringent safer recruitment procedures

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Transparency Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance