Head of Learning Support – Dynamic Leadership Role at Top City School

Are you ready to inspire meaningful, school-wide change as our next Head of Learning Support? Join one of the City of London’s most ambitious academies where your expertise will directly transform the futures of young people with additional needs. We are seeking a visionary SEN leader with the passion, drive, and exceptional skill to make our support department truly outstanding. If you are a high-performing Head of Learning Support, or an aspiring SENCO ready to step up, this is your moment to shine.

Here you’ll step into a high-performing, inclusive environment, surrounded by passionate educators and first-rate learners. The experience you’ll gain as Head of Learning Support is second to none – from mentoring rising stars and collaborating with expert psychologists, to shaping state-of-the-art inclusive policies. You’ll thrive in a school that invests in cutting-edge resources and innovative CPD, nurturing your development as a trailblazer in the field.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Learning Support – key strategic role within our growing team
• Outer London MPS1-6 (£37870 - £50474) per year – competitive, progressive salary
• Central City of London location, vibrant cultural and academic community
• School Ofsted Grade: Outstanding
• Exceptional CPD, leadership progression, and regular professional coaching
• Ideal for ambitious SENCOs, aspiring leaders, and specialist SEN educators
• State-of-the-art SEND facilities, committed TAs, and evidence-based teaching tools

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and elevating a highly skilled Learning Support team
• Designing and implementing innovative SEND strategies and interventions
• Collaborating with senior leaders, teachers, and outside agencies for holistic support
• Championing the achievement and wellbeing of students with SEND across KS3 & KS4
• Delivering impactful CPD and coaching to staff on inclusive practice
• Using data to review, adapt, and drive progress for all supported learners

Ideal "Head of Learning Support" for this City of London School:

• UK-trained educator with QTS; proven SEN leadership track record
• Good or Outstanding graded references required
• Visionary, impact-driven, and ready to redefine SEND provision
• Expertise in embedding inclusive practice across staff teams
• High standards, warmth, and a relentless drive for pupil success
• ECTs considered only if exceptionally high-impact and committed to SEN

Why Join This City of London School?:

• Outstanding behaviour, achievement, and staff morale
• Exemplary support for professional growth – National SEN conferences and NPQ opportunities
• Inspiring, visionary senior leadership with zero tolerance for complacency
• A culture where innovation is celebrated, and excellence is expected
• Central city location with easy transport, museums, and cultural enrichment
• True sense of community – every voice valued, every achievement recognised

Take your place as Head of Learning Support at one of London’s most progressive schools – where your passion creates visible, lifelong impact. Apply now to transform your career and unlock unrivalled professional opportunities. Early applications are strongly encouraged – interviews are filling rapidly.

How to Apply

Seize this unique opportunity in the City of London—dynamic applications for Head of Learning Support and SEN School Teacher roles are being reviewed as soon as they're received. Act quickly to secure your chance for early interview consideration; submit your application now to stand out before these pivotal positions are filled.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Central London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!