SENDCO

Location: Lewisham, South East London

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: To be confirmed

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications

Make a Difference in the Lives of Children with SEND

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and knowledgeable Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) to join our welcoming specialist primary school in Lewisham from January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced SEND professional to play a key role in supporting pupils with a diverse range of special educational needs and disabilities. The successful candidate will help ensure that every child receives the tailored support, encouragement and opportunities they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.

About the Role

As SENDCo, you will work closely with the Headteacher, teaching staff, support staff, families and external professionals to coordinate provision, promote inclusive practice and ensure that pupils' individual needs are understood and effectively supported.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and coordinating SEND provision across the school.
• Supporting the identification and assessment of pupils' individual learning needs.
• Overseeing the development, implementation and review of individual support plans and provision.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and teaching assistants to develop effective, personalised learning strategies.
• Liaising with parents and carers to ensure positive communication and strong home-school partnerships.
• Coordinating with external professionals, including educational psychologists, speech and language therapists and other relevant specialists.
• Contributing to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and ensuring provision is monitored effectively.
• Supporting staff through guidance, advice and professional development in SEND practice.
• Promoting safeguarding, pupil wellbeing, inclusion and high expectations for every child.
• Ensuring SEND procedures and documentation reflect current statutory guidance and school policies.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has substantial experience supporting children with SEND, ideally within a specialist primary school.
• Has a strong understanding of a range of needs, including autism, communication and interaction difficulties, learning disabilities and complex needs.
• Has excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can work effectively with families, school staff and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Is committed to helping every pupil develop independence, confidence and a sense of belonging.
• Can lead and support colleagues to deliver high-quality, personalised provision.
• Demonstrates a positive, compassionate and solution-focused approach.

Qualifications: Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and the appropriate SENDCo qualification or willingness to meet the applicable statutory requirements are desirable or required depending on the post and the school's circumstances.

Why Join Us?

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.
• A supportive school environment with a strong commitment to inclusion.
• The opportunity to contribute to the development of high-quality specialist provision.
• Collaborative working with dedicated staff, families and external professionals.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership.

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic SEND professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your relevant experience, qualifications and suitability for the role. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and appropriate safeguarding checks.