Deputy SENDCO

Position: Deputy SENDCO

Location: South East London

Salary: TLR 2C + SEN Allowance (negotiable for qualified SENDCOs)

Start Date: September 2025

Smart Teachers is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Deputy SENDCO to join a forward-thinking, inclusive secondary school in South East London from September 2025 .

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND practitioner looking to take the next step into leadership within a supportive and high-performing team.

• Lead on the annual EHCP review process for a cohort of students

• Support the analysis of SEND data, specialist assessments, and target setting

• Collaborate with curriculum leaders to maintain a high-quality inclusive offer at KS3 and KS4

• Deliver targeted interventions and model high-quality SEND teaching

• Support the professional development of staff working with SEND students

• Play an integral role in transition planning across key stages

• Hold QTS and a relevant degree

• Have a SEND qualification or willingness to undertake one

• Demonstrate successful teaching experience across KS3/KS4 (KS2 experience also welcome)

• Show knowledge of best practice in SEND provision, differentiation, and curriculum design

• Possess excellent communication and organisational skills

• Have a strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

• A vibrant and inclusive learning environment

• A cohesive and supportive SEND team with experienced leadership

• Extensive CPD and leadership development opportunities

• The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of students with additional needs

About us 

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

To register your interest or for more details, contact our secondary team on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. An enhanced DBS check and references will be required for the successful candidate