SENDCO – Transformative SEND Leadership in a Celebrated Wandsworth School

Join one of Wandsworth’s most admired schools as SENDCO and propel both your career and your impact in Special Educational Needs to remarkable new heights. The school seeks a dazzling SENDCO who is ambitious, energised, and determined to champion inclusion at the heart of a thriving community. If you are passionate about elevating student potential and ready to drive innovations in SEND provision, this is your call to inspire, support, and lead the transformation of countless young futures.

Step into a SENDCO role where your expertise shapes policy, practice, and life chances. You’ll immerse yourself in an environment that prizes creativity, celebrates every achievement, and commits to relentless professional development. Surrounded by expert colleagues and empowered by outstanding training, you’ll harness first-class resources and take your leadership to the very top. This prestigious Wandsworth school is Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ and boasts a culture of collaboration, aspiration, and vigour—making it the perfect launchpad for SENDCO professionals who demand the best for learners and for themselves.

Key Highlights:

• Job Title: SENDCO – Set strategic SEND vision and drive whole-school progress
• Salary: From £170 - £210 Per Day, with potential for rapid scale-up
• Location: Heart of vibrant Wandsworth – excellent transport links
• Ofsted: Judged ‘Outstanding’ – with a dynamic, forward-thinking SLT
• Endless CPD and progression pathways – masterclasses, national conferences, leadership coaching
• Ideal for: Existing SENDCOs, aspiring SEND leaders, and exceptional SEN specialists with a proven whole-school drive
• Facilities: Brand-new inclusive learning spaces, sensory rooms, and cutting-edge assistive technology at your fingertips

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading, developing, and inspiring a high-impact SEND team across the school
• Driving innovative assessment for learning and co-producing EHCPs with families
• Overseeing targeted interventions, progress monitoring, and transition pathways
• Collaborating with SLT to shape SEND strategy and whole-school policies
• Engaging in multi-agency partnerships to secure exceptional external support for students
• Mentoring and upskilling staff across departments in best SEND practice

Ideal SENDCO for this Wandsworth School:

• UK-qualified teachers with QTS and experience in SEND leadership
• Track record of raising outcomes for students with SEND
• Tenacious, compassionate, and deeply student-centred in approach
• Exceptional communicator—able to connect, advocate, and inspire stakeholders
• Eager to lead innovation and champion a culture of inclusion
• Evidence of Good/Outstanding graded references and up-to-date safeguarding

Why Join This Wandsworth School?:

• Unrivalled commitment to SENDCO development and wellbeing
• Dynamic leadership team with a vision for pioneering inclusive education
• Rich, diverse student community and dedicated parent partnership
• Exceptional behaviour and a culture that values difference and excellence
• Accelerated paths to senior leadership for SENDCOs with ambition
• Robust support networks both in-school and across the wider trust

If you’re searching for a SENDCO career-defining role where your vision, drive, and skill will be celebrated daily, seize this unique opportunity in Wandsworth. Enjoy every resource, every challenge, and every success as you lead change in a top-tier school. Applications are welcomed now – become the SENDCO who makes a truly lasting impact!

How to Apply

Seize your opportunity to shape inclusive education in Wandsworth—express your interest now. Applications are being reviewed immediately, and interview slots are filling fast. If you’re driven to support students with special educational needs, waste no time—submit your CV today to be considered without delay.

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

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!