Head of Learning Support – Lead Transformational SEND Provision

Step into an influential Head of Learning Support role at one of the City of London’s most dynamic schools, and shape the future of inclusive education. If you are an exceptional, impact-driven educator seeking to elevate your leadership and transform the learning journey for neurodiverse and SEN pupils, this is your stage. We’re looking for a visionary Head of Learning Support whose ambition is matched only by their passion for fostering capability, confidence, and opportunity for every student.

Joining this high-achieving City of London school as Head of Learning Support, you will access a rare ‘front row’ perspective on whole-school innovation, collaborate with elite educationalists, and deliver unrivalled SEND practice. Experience brilliant CPD, comprehensive leadership training, and progressive co-curricular development, all within a nurturing and aspirational learning environment celebrated for its Good to Outstanding culture. Here, your expertise will be valued, your leadership energised, and your legacy felt across a transformative, inclusive community.

Key Highlights:

• Head of Learning Support – championing cutting-edge SEN strategy
• Competitive Inner London MPS1-6 (£40,317 – £52,300) per year, commensurate with experience
• Prestigious City of London setting – excellence meets cultural vibrancy
• School graded ‘Good to Outstanding’ by Ofsted and acclaimed for inclusive ethos
• Exceptional CPD: advanced SEN leadership, coaching, and middle/senior leadership pipelines
• Ideal for proven, visionary Good/Outstanding teachers with a SEND, Psychology, or Inclusion specialism
• Accessible, state-of-the-art SEND resources, adaptive classrooms, and digital innovation

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Delivering strategic leadership as Head of Learning Support across all key stages
• Orchestrating and monitoring tailored interventions for neurodiverse, EAL, and high-needs cohorts
• Line-managing and upskilling a talented team of Learning Support Assistants
• Embedding whole-school best practice for SEN identification, support, and graduated response
• Collaborating with SLT, parents, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams
• Designing impactful CPD for teaching and support staff on adaptive, inclusive pedagogy

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

• UK-trained, with a proven track record as Head of Learning Support or SENDCo
• Holds QTS and possesses Good or Outstanding references
• Powerful advocate for inclusion, with a clear vision for SEND practice
• High-performing ECTs and experienced teachers with ambitious SEND career goals welcomed
• Relentlessly student-focused, with a talent for inspiring and empowering young people
• Data-literate, innovative, and able to translate strategy into everyday success stories

Why Join This City of London School?:

• Thrive in a culture that rewards purposeful, high-impact leadership
• Direct access to outstanding mentors, leadership forums, and external partnerships
• Inclusive working environment: every voice valued, every success celebrated
• Responsive and well-behaved student body invested in their progression
• Forward-thinking, collaborative faculty—be a change agent in education’s creative heart
• Real progression: bespoke leadership development, with the pathway to Assistant Head

If you are searching for your next career-defining challenge as Head of Learning Support, this renowned City of London school puts you in the centre of educational innovation and inclusion. Shortlisting now—take charge of your leadership journey and apply to make a profound difference today.

How to Apply

Seize this unique opportunity in the heart of the City of London—our selection process is already underway and competitive candidates are being fast-tracked for interview. Don’t miss your chance to drive real change as a Head of Learning Support or SEN School Teacher; send us your application as soon as possible for priority consideration!

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!