Primary SENCO & Inclusion Leader (ASAP Start)

Location: Newham, East/Inner London

School Type: Primary School (Co-educational, Ages 3–11)

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent or Long-Term Contract

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

A vibrant, highly inclusive primary school in the London Borough of Newham is seeking a compassionate, strategic, and proactive SENCO & Inclusion Leader to join their leadership team immediately. Situated within one of London's most culturally rich and diverse East London communities, this immediate-start post is a pivotal leadership role for a dedicated SENCO—or an experienced primary practitioner holding the NASENCO qualification—to drive high-quality SEND provision, champion educational equity, and empower every child to thrive.

About the Role

Stepping into the role for an immediate start, you will serve as the strategic architect and operational lead for inclusion across the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2. Working closely with the Headteacher, class teachers, support staff, and external specialists, you will oversee the identification, provision mapping, and review processes for pupils with diverse physical, learning, emotional, and neurodivergent needs. You will foster a culture of high expectations, ensuring targeted interventions deliver measurable outcomes in a supportive primary environment.

• Environment: A modern, well-resourced Inner London primary campus featuring dedicated SEN intervention hubs, sensory rooms, nurture provision, and digital tracking systems

• Culture: A deeply inclusive, child-centered school community dedicated to trauma-informed practice, early intervention, collaborative teamwork, and strong parent partnerships

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic SEND Leadership: Drive and evaluate the school’s SEND and inclusion strategies in full compliance with the SEND Code of Practice (0–25), KCSIE, and local authority frameworks.

• EHCP & Provision Management: Oversee statutory EHCP applications, lead annual reviews, design targeted provision maps, and measure the impact of small-group and one-to-one interventions.

• Multi-Agency Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for external agencies, including Educational Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists (SALT), Occupational Therapists (OT), CAMHS, and Newham SEN Advisory Services.

• Staff Coaching & Quality First Teaching: Model inclusive classroom strategies, coach teaching staff on adaptive learning techniques, and deliver high-impact CPD across EYFS–KS2.

• Family Engagement: Build transparent, trust-based relationships with parents and carers, ensuring they are active partners in their child’s progress and review meetings.

Requirements

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognized teaching credential, supported by substantial primary teaching experience.

• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or the Postgraduate Certificate in SEN Co-ordination (or a commitment to complete within the statutory timeframe).

• Comprehensive operational knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, statutory EHCP processes, and primary-stage assessment tools.

• Proven track record of evaluating student progress data, managing support staff teams, and coordinating complex multi-agency support within an urban primary setting.

• Outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills, high emotional intelligence, and an unwavering commitment to pupil advocacy and inclusion.

Salary & Benefits

• Pay Scale: Inner London Main / Upper Pay Scale + SEN Allowance / TLR (commensurate with leadership experience and qualifications).

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), dedicated non-contact time for SENCO leadership duties, funded professional development, and access to staff health and wellbeing services.

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated SENCO ready to make an immediate impact and lead exceptional SEND provision at an ambitious primary school in Newham, we encourage you to apply right away. Please submit your application form and CV for immediate consideration.