SENDCo – Secondary School (Merton)
- London Borough of Merton, South West London
- Inner London MPS/UPS (dependent on experience) - £206.75 - 320.49 per day PAYE
- Long-term to permanent contract - full-time (term time only)
- ASAP start
A secondary school in Merton is seeking an experienced, proactive, and passionate SENDCo to join their inclusive and forward-thinking team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled SEND leader to shape provision across the school, drive attainment for pupils with additional needs, and embed high-quality inclusive practice school-wide.
The school offers a welcoming, supportive environment and genuinely values staff wellbeing, with excellent incentives including dedicated HR support, regular social events, and wellbeing support/activities.
Conveniently located with excellent transport links and easily accessible from King’s Cross, Stratford, and Hammersmith via the Elizabeth Line and Thameslink, this role is ideal for Inner London commuters.
About the Role
You will develop, lead, and manage the strategy, resources, and practices required to meet the needs of pupils with SEND, ensuring all learners can fully access the curriculum and achieve strong outcomes.
Working closely with senior leaders, teachers, support staff, families, and external professionals, you will oversee SEND systems and provision across the academy while leading and developing a dedicated team of Teaching Assistants and support colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Must be confident enough to model high-quality teaching, conduct observations, and be observed themselves
- Lead and strategically manage SEND provision across the school
- The role includes a teaching requirement, with a maximum of 10 periods(out of a 26-period cycle), depending on subject specialism this could be lower
- Ideally, the candidate should have experience managing complex EHCPs and effective line management skills to embed high-quality provision
- Beyond technical skills, the school wants someone to take ownership of the SEND department and really care for this area, nurturing the SEND department and focusing specifically on rebuilding transition plans and relationships with KS3 pupils
- Manage and develop a team of Teaching Assistants and SEND support colleagues
- Deliver training and CPD to staff, developing all teachers as teachers of SEND
- Coordinate EHCPs, annual reviews, referrals, and new applications
- Implement local and national learning strategies (literacy, numeracy, KS3/KS4/KS5)
- Support inclusive teaching practices across departments
- Work collaboratively with families and external agencies
You will have the support of a SEND Administrator and Deputy SENDCo, and will be leading a small team of SEND professionals.
Ideal Candidate
- Must hold NASENCo or NPQSENDCo (or equivalent)
- Must be a Secondary trained teacher/SEND specialist teacher with a background in teaching in secondary
- Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and best practice
- Confident in leading annual reviews and managing EHCP/IEP processes
- Experienced in leading teams and delivering staff training
- A clear, strategic thinker with excellent communication skills
- Able to work proactively and independently within a busy secondary setting
- Passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for young people
If you are a committed SEND professional ready to take the next step in a rewarding leadership role within an Outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.
At Parker Smith Inclusion, we specialise exclusively in SEND recruitment. Our reputation is built on integrity and expertise. With over 350 five-star Google reviews, we are committed to finding the right leadership opportunities for exceptional educators.
Benefits of PS Inclusion supporting you in your SEND role search:
- Tailored School Matches: We carefully match you with schools that align with your leadership experience and career aspirations.
- Exclusive Opportunities: Many of our leadership roles are exclusive to Parker Smith Inclusion. That’s how much our schools trust our service and knowledge.
- Expert Knowledge: Our strong relationships with schools and trusts enable us to provide valuable insight into each school’s history, leadership structure, and culture.
- Transparent Pay Structure: All long-term roles are PAYE only, with no hidden umbrella costs. Your salary is matched from the beginning of your contract.
- Comprehensive Interview Support: We provide detailed interview preparation to increase your chances of success.
- Specialist Settings: Opportunities in schools supporting children and young people with SEMH, PMLD, SLD, ASC, Complex Needs, and MLD.
Interested? Please contact Jamie Martinez at PS Inclusion.
Jamie@psinclusion.co.uk
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