SENCO – High Achieving Secondary School – Hackney
📍 Location: Hackney
📅 Start Date: April 2025
📄 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Salary: MPS/UPS + SEN Allowance (dependent on experience)
Are you a passionate and experienced SENCO looking to lead an inclusive and high-achieving secondary school? A prestigious secondary school in Hackney is seeking a dedicated SENCO to join their team in April 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop the school’s SEN provision in a school that is committed to ensuring all students can achieve their highest potential.
Why Join This School?
✔ High Achieving School – A school with a track record of academic excellence and a commitment to inclusion.
✔ Supportive Leadership Team – Work alongside experienced leaders who are passionate about improving the lives and learning of all students.
✔ Innovative Approach – Focus on individualised support, creative solutions, and inclusive practices.
✔ Outstanding Professional Development – Access to continuous CPD and career progression opportunities.
✔ Great Location – Based in Hackney, with excellent transport links and a vibrant community.
Your Role as SENCO:
🔹 Lead and manage the SEN department, ensuring high-quality provision for students with additional learning needs.
🔹 Oversee the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and EHCPs to support student success.
🔹 Provide guidance and support to staff on SEN best practices, differentiation, and creating inclusive learning environments.
🔹 Work collaboratively with the SLT, teachers, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for students.
🔹 Monitor and assess the progress of SEN students, ensuring interventions are effective and tailored to individual needs.
🔹 Lead on SEN policy development, promoting inclusive strategies across the school.
Who We’re Looking For:
✅ Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) with the National Award for SEN Coordination (or willingness to complete).
✅ Experience in a SENCO role or leading SEN provision in a secondary school.
✅ Strong knowledge of SEN legislation, policies, and best practices.
✅ Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
✅ A commitment to promoting inclusion and ensuring equitable access to learning.
✅ An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).
If you're an experienced SENCO passionate about leading a thriving SEN department in a high-achieving secondary school, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today by submitting your CV, and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
