SENCO / Teacher – Secondary Alternative Provision (QTS Required) Catford | 4 days per week | ASAP or February Half Term Start £180–£230 per day (pay to scale) 12-week temp to perm Job Summary Milk Education is working in partnership with a specialist secondary alternative provision in Catford, supporting pupils who are unable to access mainstream education due to SEMH and SEN needs. This is a teaching SENCO role, combining classroom teaching with responsibility for SEN provision and EHCP processes. The provision focuses on re-engagement, attendance, and long-term outcomes, within a structured and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities * Deliver high-quality teaching to secondary-aged pupils with SEMH and additional SEN, adapting curriculum and pedagogy to meet individual need * Act as SENCO within the provision, overseeing SEN identification, support planning, and statutory processes * Lead, coordinate, and contribute to EHCP reviews, annual reviews, and SEN documentation in line with local authority requirements * Liaise professionally with the Local Authority, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary professionals * Work closely with the Head Teacher to develop and monitor SEN strategy across the provision * Support staff with inclusive practice, differentiation strategies, and behaviour support approaches * Monitor and track pupil progress, engagement, and attendance, using data to inform interventions * Implement and review individual behaviour and support plans * Promote positive relationships, emotional regulation, and resilience through trauma-informed practice * Maintain clear records in line with safeguarding and SEN compliance requirements * Contribute to a consistent, calm, and structured learning environment * Participate in meetings, reviews, and planning to support whole-school development Working Pattern * 4 days per week * Tuesday is mandatory * One additional weekday off (your choice) * 8:00am – 4:00pm * Start date: ASAP or February half term Essential Requirements * Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) * Experience supporting pupils with SEN * Confidence teaching secondary-aged pupils * Strong communication and organisational skills Desirable * Previous SENCO experience or title * Experience contributing to or leading EHCP reviews * Experience in alternative provision, PRU, or SEMH settings Pay & Contract * £180–£230 per day (pay to scale, dependent on experience) * 12 week Temp to Perm period (Subject to interview) Why Apply? * Reduced teaching load with SENCO responsibility * Four-day working week * Supportive leadership and specialist setting * Meaningful role with real impact INLDN