SENCO – Transformational Leadership Opportunity in Tower Hamlets

Ready to elevate your career as an impactful SENCO in one of Tower Hamlets’ most forward-thinking schools? This prestigious post is designed for an exceptional SENCO who is driven to deliver life-changing support to students with additional needs. Seize the chance to join a brilliant team, champion inclusion, and shape a thriving learning community. The ideal candidate: dedicated, visionary, and eager to lead provision at the forefront of educational excellence.

Immerse yourself in an environment where your expertise as a SENCO will influence every aspect of provision for students with SEND. You’ll rapidly develop unparalleled experience as you work shoulder-to-shoulder with outstanding practitioners, access exceptional CPD, and contribute to a vibrant, collaborative culture. This Tower Hamlets institution is celebrated for its ambitious ethos, progressive approaches, and commitment to every student’s potential. The exposure and impact you’ll gain as SENCO here is truly unrivalled.

Key Highlights:

• SENCO post with responsibility for driving whole-school SEND strategy
• Outer London MPS/UPS (£37870 - £56154) per year – competitive, progressive scale
• Central Tower Hamlets: vibrant, accessible, cosmopolitan locale
• Ofsted: Good, with Outstanding Inclusion
• Bespoke CPD including NPQ leadership pathways & specialist SEN training
• Perfect for ambitious, qualified educators and aspiring SEND leaders
• Exceptional, modern facilities: sensory spaces, therapy rooms, assistive tech
• Deeply inclusive, values-driven community dedicated to academic and personal development

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading provision and intervention strategies for all students with SEND
• Coordinating EHCP processes, annual reviews, and external agency involvement
• Mentoring and developing a high-performing team of TAs, LSAs, and teachers
• Collaborating with SLT to embed inclusive best practices across the curriculum
• Promoting the highest outcomes through rigorous tracking and tailored support
• Engaging with parents, carers, and external professionals to secure the best outcomes

Ideal "SENCO" for this Tower Hamlets School:

• UK-trained teacher with QTS and proven SEN leadership experience
• Strong, recent references graded Good or Outstanding
• Commitment to transformational SEND education and whole-school impact
• Inspiring communicator: calm, resilient, innovative and visible across the school
• Deep expertise in SEND legislation and best practice (NASENCO or working towards preferred)
• Either an ambitious ECT or experienced teacher ready for significant challenge
• Confident supporting staff, students and families in a richly diverse community

Why Join This Tower Hamlets School?:

• High-achieving, creative and welcoming staff team led by visionary leaders
• Pioneering inclusion policies with resources to match your ambitions as SENCO
• Outstanding support for development and progression into Assistant/Deputy roles
• Life-changing impact on remarkable young people from all backgrounds
• Purpose-built SEND provision and sector-leading practice
• Warm, collegiate culture where innovation and outstanding teaching thrive
• Exceptional behavioural standards and community partnerships

This is a truly premium opportunity for a transformational SENCO to make their mark at a celebrated Tower Hamlets school. If you’re ready to lead, inspire and leave a lasting legacy, apply now for immediate interview consideration.

How to Apply

Tower Hamlets schools are moving quickly to fill vital SENCO and SEN Teacher spots! If you’re passionate about driving real change for children with special educational needs, this is your chance. Screening and interviews are being scheduled immediately – submit your application now to secure your place in the process.

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!