Deputy SENCO in London

As Deputy SENCO, you will work under the direction of the SENCO and Headteacher to support the effective leadership and management of SEND provision across the school. You will assist in the strategic development of SEND policy and practice, while helping to coordinate and monitor support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities. The role involves working closely with teachers, support staff, parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure pupils receive appropriate support and achieve positive outcomes.

As a qualified teacher, you will also fulfil the professional responsibilities outlined in the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD). Whilst supporting the oversight of SEND provision, you will work collaboratively with class teachers, who retain responsibility for the day-to-day teaching and support of pupils within their classrooms.

London South East Academies Trust is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we will offer an interview to applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role. If you have accessibility needs or require any reasonable adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.

Please note that if a suitable applicant is identified, we may close the advert before the published closing date. If you have any specific queries about the role, please contact us.

As the Trust supports children and vulnerable adults, all roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and, where relevant, a Children's and/or Adult's Barred List check. Any offer of employment may be withdrawn if these checks are unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure is required as part of the recruitment process, and failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of a DBS certificate is likely to result in withdrawal of an offer. The Trust's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available on request. All appointments are also subject to verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with Home Office requirements. Original documentation will be required prior to commencement of employment.