SENCO

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Secondary SENCO to join a supportive school community in Tower Hamlets. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SEND professional to play a key role in shaping provision, improving outcomes for students with additional needs.

About the role

• Lead and oversee the day-to-day delivery of SEND provision across the school

• Manage and monitor EHCP processes, annual reviews, and statutory requirements

• Work closely with teaching staff to develop inclusive classroom practice

• Support the identification of students with additional needs and ensure appropriate interventions are in place

• Line manage and develop members of the SEND support team

• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, external professionals, and local authorities

• Use data and evidence to monitor progress and improve outcomes for students with SEND

About the school

This is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school located in Tower Hamlets, committed to providing a high-quality education for all students. The school has a strong focus on inclusion, personal development, and ensuring that every young person is supported to achieve their full potential.

With a diverse and vibrant student community, the school prides itself on creating a positive learning environment where students feel valued, respected, and encouraged to succeed. Staff work collaboratively to provide a broad and ambitious curriculum, with a strong emphasis on supporting individual needs and removing barriers to learning.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of SENCO you will:

• Previous experience working as a SENCO or in a senior SEND leadership role within a secondary school
• A strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current legislation
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate with colleagues across the school
• A commitment to inclusive education and improving life chances for young people

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

• Suitable SENDCO experience

Smart Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Smart Teachers

Smart Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Smart Teachers offer

As a valued employee of Smart Teachers, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

Smart Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Daniel Uwaifo on 020 7065 7500 or email [email protected].