SENDCO-Independent School

SEND Co-ordinator & Teacher (SENDCO)

Independent School | Kingston upon Thames, Surrey

Start Date: Easter 2027 or sooner

Salary: £47,945 per annum

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated SEND Co-ordinator & Teacher (SENDCO) to join a highly regarded independent school in Kingston upon Thames.

The school is renowned for its strong academic standards, outstanding pastoral care and commitment to ensuring every student is supported to reach their full potential. Set within a beautiful campus environment, it provides a welcoming and inclusive community where students are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, resilience and a love of learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school that places equal importance on academic achievement and the holistic development of its students. Staff benefit from a collaborative and supportive working environment, excellent professional development opportunities and a culture that values innovation, wellbeing and inclusion.

As the school's SENDCO, you will play a key leadership role, overseeing the strategic and operational delivery of SEND provision while working closely with Senior Leaders, teachers, parents and external agencies to ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive academically and personally.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and developing the school's SEND strategy and provision.
• Coordinating a graduated approach to identifying, assessing and supporting students with SEND.
• Developing, implementing and reviewing IEPs, EHCPs, Action Plans and personalised learning programmes.
• Delivering targeted interventions through individual and small-group teaching.
• Supporting teachers with differentiation, scaffolding and inclusive classroom practice.
• Advising and training colleagues on effective SEND provision and strategies.
• Managing examination access arrangements, reasonable adjustments and special considerations.
• Liaising with educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists and other external professionals.
• Working closely with parents, pastoral leaders and safeguarding teams.
• Monitoring student progress, analysing data and evaluating the effectiveness of SEND provision.
• Supporting admissions and transition arrangements for students requiring additional learning support.
• Maintaining accurate records and contributing to inspection, accreditation and school improvement processes.
• Working alongside the Senior Leadership Team to further enhance the school's strategic vision for SEND and inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent teaching qualification.
• A good honours degree, with a Master's degree desirable.
• SENCO National Professional Qualification or an equivalent SEND qualification.
• A minimum of three years' experience supporting students with SEND.
• Experience coordinating examination access arrangements and reasonable adjustments.
• Strong knowledge of current SEND legislation and best practice.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, colleagues and external agencies.
• A genuine passion for inclusive education and improving outcomes for young people.

What the School Offers

• Salary of £47,945 per annum
• Outstanding professional development and CPD opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team.
• Excellent facilities within a beautiful campus setting.
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing and career progression.
• Welcoming and inclusive school community.
• Free on-site parking
• Complimentary lunch and refreshments provided daily
• Opportunity to lead and shape SEND provision across the school.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENDCO or an experienced SEND Teacher with a SENCO qualification seeking to further develop their leadership experience within a supportive and ambitious independent school environment.

You will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people while leading and shaping SEND provision across the school, working closely with senior leaders, teachers, parents and external specialists to ensure every student can achieve their full potential.

Applications are welcomed from candidates available to start sooner or Easter 2027.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be arranged before the closing date.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

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