SENCO

Permanent SENDCO - Secondary School

?? Redbridge | ?? Full-Time | September 2025 Start (or sooner for the right candidate)

?? Up to UPS3 + SEN2 Allowance | Circa £60,000

SANZA Teaching Agency is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Redbridge to recruit an experienced and committed SENDCO to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead SEND provision at a busy, inclusive secondary school with a student population of 1,200 pupils, including 56 students with EHCPs. The school has been rated 'Good' by OFSTED and is known for its strong pastoral care, inclusive ethos, and commitment to every student's success.

The Role

As SENDCO, you will:

Oversee the strategic development of SEND provision across the school.

Manage and review the progress of students with EHCPs and other SEND needs.

Lead, support, and develop a skilled team including experienced HLTAs and a Trainee SENDCO.

Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, external agencies, and the senior leadership team to drive forward inclusive practice.

Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements and maintain high standards of SEND provision.

What We're Looking For

A qualified teacher with QTS.

The National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) is essential.

Substantial experience working in a secondary setting with students with EHCPs and additional needs.

Strong leadership and organisational skills.

A thorough understanding of the SEND Code of Practice and current educational legislation.

A proactive, collaborative approach to driving improvement in SEND outcomes.

What the School Offers

A permanent leadership role in a stable and forward-thinking school.

Salary up to UPS3 + SEN2 allowance (circa £60,000).

A strong, supportive team of HLTAs and a committed Trainee SENDCO.

A positive school culture with high expectations and excellent CPD.

Flexibility for an immediate start for the right candidate.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate and experienced SENDCO ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Send your CV to or call for a confidential conversation.

We look forward to hearing from you so that we can make a difference to this school Because Education Matters.

Sanza Teaching Agency is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At Sanza Teaching Agency you will have access to 30 fully certified CPD courses, that's 25 more than our next nearest competitor, all focused on making you the best you can be. We have the very best people available to take your call and look after you

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