SENCO – Lead Transformational SEND Outcomes in Outstanding Croydon School

If you are a passionate, informed, and visionary SENCO seeking a high-impact leadership role, this Croydon school welcomes your expertise. This is a uniquely high-calibre opportunity for a sharp, ambitious SEN specialist ready to elevate SEND provision and unlock the full potential of every student. If you’re driven to champion inclusive practices and empower a dedicated SEN team, this role awaits your leadership.

As SENCO, you will truly shape the culture of inclusion and achievement. From expertly guiding a talented support team, to designing innovative interventions alongside SLT, you will build an exemplary SEND strategy—setting the benchmark for excellence. Here you’ll join a forward-thinking, energetic staff body committed to CPD, research-led practice, and true professional growth. It’s a transformative post for a dynamic SENCO ready to make their mark—perfect for those who want the deepest learning, challenge, and reward.

Key Highlights:

• Job Title: SENCO – SEND Leadership
• Up to £55,000 DOE Per Year
• Location: Croydon, state-of-the-art school grounds
• Ofsted: Graded Good with Outstanding elements
• Rapid career progression & specialist CPD pathways
• Premier role for ambitious SENCOs, SEND specialists, or excellence-driven teachers with the NASENCO qualification
• Thrive in a high-achieving, innovation-driven team with advanced resources

What You'll Be Doing:

• Overhauling and delivering a sector-leading SEND strategy as SENCO
• Leading, inspiring, and developing a skilled SEN support & teaching team
• Creating and tracking targeted support plans in collaboration with teachers, families, and external agencies
• Delivering professional development on SEND and inclusive practice
• Acting as SEND advocate, advisor, case manager and policy expert within SLT
• Analysing pupil data, overseeing EHCP processes, and crafting positive learning journeys

Ideal "SENCO" for this Croydon School:

• Qualified SENCO with National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO)
• UK-trained, QTS essential, with demonstrable SEN leadership excellence
• Held Good or Outstanding references for impact on SEND outcomes
• Reflective, resilient, and exceptional at communicating with staff, families, and professionals
• Strategic thinker with drive to innovate, upskill, and champion true inclusion

Why Join This Croydon School?:

• Visionary, supportive leadership and a culture where SENCOs genuinely shape direction
• Outstanding internal CPD and funded external training opportunities
• Award-winning SEND resources and immersive learning environments
• Dynamic pastoral and academic teams invested in every child’s success
• Inclusive, aspirational ethos and impeccable pupil behaviour

Ready to become the next influential SENCO in Croydon? This is a rare and career-shaping role, ideal for those ready to make a lasting difference. Arrange a confidential conversation or secure your place in the shortlisting process—unmissable interviews filling fast.

How to Apply

Interviews are already underway in Croydon for ambitious SENCOs and SEN teachers ready to make a direct impact. Don’t hold back—submit your application now for your chance to join a dynamic team changing lives every day. Secure your spot before it’s too late!

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!