SENCO – Champion SEND Leadership at Ambitious Croydon School

Expect to be at the heart of the school’s ambitious vision, working in a dynamic setting celebrated for its inclusive ethos and high academic standards. The successful SENCO will join a collaborative team—supported by first-class CPD, inspirational leaders, and richly resourced environments. Your professional growth is prioritised: contribute to whole-school development, deepen your expertise, and energise your SEN leadership within a setting consistently judged “Outstanding” by Ofsted.

Key Highlights:

• SENCO – take strategic responsibility across the SEND landscape
• From £180 - £230 Per Day – competitive rates reflecting your calibre
• Located within a dynamic, well-connected Croydon secondary
• Ofsted: Outstanding – leadership, teaching and inclusion at the highest level
• Access to leading-edge CPD, NPQ qualification pathways, and accelerated progression
• Ideal for aspiring and established SENCOs, inclusion champions, and education innovators
• Modern resources, dedicated SEND spaces, and state-of-the-art technology to empower you

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading the school’s SEND strategy—driving ambitious outcomes for all learners
• Coordinating multi-agency support and managing robust EHCP processes
• Mentoring and developing a passionate team of TAs, LSAs, and teachers
• Championing whole-school inclusive practice, training staff, and fostering parent partnerships
• Directly supporting pupils with a diverse range of needs—autism, SEMH, SLCN, and more
• Analysing data to inform interventions, track progress, and close achievement gaps

Ideal "SENCO" for this Croydon School:

• Experienced SENCO or outstanding teacher aspiring to specialise in SEND
• QTS essential, with proven expertise in raising SEND achievement
• Visionary leader with an uncompromising commitment to inclusion
• Resilient, compassionate, and relentless in pursuit of high standards
• Exceptional at collaboration, communication, and evidence-based practice

Why Join This Croydon School?:

• Inspirational, student-centred culture where inclusion is truly valued
• Regular access to national SEND conferences and specialist networks
• Supportive senior leadership with a genuine focus on wellbeing
• Fast-track career opportunities for ambitious educators
• Rich extra-curricular life, diverse community, and outstanding behaviour

Step into an influential SENCO role where your passion and expertise will transform the lives of young people in Croydon. If you’re an aspirational or experienced SENCO eager for impact, now’s the time to propel your career to new heights. Interviews are being coordinated on a rolling basis – take the lead and apply without delay.

How to Apply

Seize the opportunity to shape young lives in Croydon—applications for our SENCO and SEN School Teacher roles are moving fast. Don’t let this moment pass you by; submit your application now as interviews are already being scheduled and places are limited. Take action today to secure your future in a rewarding SEN environment.

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!