Job Title: SENCo Specialist Independent School
Location: Nr Royston (Cambridgeshire/Hertfordshire border)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £32,916 £49,232 (M1UPS2) + £5,000 Welcome Bonus*
Hours: 40 hours per week
SENCo Opportunity Join a Highly Specialist, Inclusive School
We are recruiting on behalf of a well?established, IQM?awarded specialist day school supporting students aged 619 with a wide range of complex needs, including PMLD, MLD, SLD, autism, ADHD and associated medical, sensory or physical needs.
The school offers a highly personalised, therapeutic learning environment with exceptional facilities such as a Hydrotherapy pool, extensive outdoor learning spaces and an on?site multidisciplinary therapy team.
They are now seeking an experienced and passionate SENCo to join their leadership team from April 2026 .
The Role
The SENCo will work closely with the Head of School to lead and develop inclusive teaching, curriculum, assessment, careers and preparation for adulthood across designated phases.
This role is central to shaping SEND provision, ensuring high?quality practice, robust systems and outstanding outcomes for pupils with complex needs.
Key Responsibilities Support the day?to?day management of the school, including recruitment, training, staff line?management and arranging cover
Lead CPD for classroom?based staff, ensuring training needs are identified and met
Support the management of budgets and resources, ensuring effective use of delegated funds
Promote a safe, secure and positive learning environment in line with Health & Safety requirements
Contribute to school self?evaluation and governance reporting
Lead assessment processes, target?setting and achievement reviews
Ensure effective systems for collecting and analysing assessment data
Monitor teaching and learning through planning reviews, work scrutiny and lesson observations
Lead the development and implementation of an inclusive curriculum and assessment framework
About You
Essential QTS or QTLS
Strong track record of high?quality teaching within relevant key stages and/or SEND settings
Experience translating policy into effective practice
Leadership experience within a significant area, phase or inclusion role
Ability to lead teams and work collaboratively
Excellent communication skills across a range of audiences
Desirable Accredited SEND?related training (e.g., Autism, Dyslexia)
Leadership/management qualification
NPQSL/NPQH/SENDCo qualification (or willingness to complete within 2 years)
Experience delivering impactful CPD, mentoring or coaching
Experience contributing to senior leadership
Knowledge of ASD interventions (e.g., TEACCH)
Experience in curriculum leadership and resource planning
Benefits
This school offers a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, development and financial security, including:
Professional Development Extensive training programmes
Clear career development pathways
Financial & Lifestyle Benefits Perkbox discounts (groceries, dining, gym, phone plans & more)
Cycle to Work & Car Scheme
Wagestream financial wellbeing app
Pay & Reward Enhanced annual leave
Company sick pay
Enhanced pension
Life assurance
Health & Wellbeing 24/7 GP access for you and your household
UK Health Cash Plan (dental, optical & everyday healthcare)
Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling
Refer a Friend £1,000 referral bonus (terms apply)
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