SENDCo - Maternity Cover

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SENDCo - Maternity Cover

Redbridge | Full-Time

Start: September 2026 | Full Academic Year

Paid to Scale - Up to £287 per day

SANZA Teaching Agency is working in partnership with a well-organised and high-achieving 2-form entry primary school in Redbridge to recruit an experienced SENDCo for a full academic year maternity cover.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and knowledgeable SEND professional to join a supportive school from the start of the academic year and lead provision with impact.

The school offers on-site parking and is also well-connected via public transport.

The Opportunity

This is a full-time SENDCo role, including one day per week of teaching, allowing you to balance strategic leadership with classroom practice. You will take responsibility for SEND across a well-structured school with clear systems and a collaborative leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage SEND provision across the school

Oversee and coordinate annual reviews and statutory processes

Support and develop staff through coaching, guidance, and modelling best practice

Work closely with SLT to maintain high standards of inclusion

Ensure compliance with current SEND legislation and best practice

The Ideal Candidate

Holds the NASENCo qualification (or has equivalent experience)

Experienced in managing EHCPs and annual reviews

A confident and supportive leader with strong organisational skills

Passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for all pupils

Able to commit for the full academic year

Why Join This School?

Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team

Well-established systems and strong SEND provision

Inclusive and welcoming school community

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the school

Why Work with SANZA?

Competitive daily rates paid to scale

Ongoing professional development

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

For more information about this role, please contact Stephanie Watson @ SANZA Teaching Agency on or email your CV to

SANZA Teaching Agency is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At SANZA you will have access to 30 fully certified CPD courses, that's 23 more than our nearest competitor, all focused on helping you be the best you can be. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you. Put simply: we listen, we learn, we deliver-because our people matter most. xwzovoh

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