Protocol Education is seeking an experienced and passionate SENCO to join a supportive and inclusive primary school in Mitcham. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a real difference to the lives of children with additional needs while working as part of a welcoming and collaborative school community.

The successful candidate will work 3 days per week on a one-year maternity cover contract, starting in December 2026 or January 2027.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Work closely with teachers, support staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure pupils receive the appropriate support.
• Monitor and review EHCPs, support plans, and interventions.
• Provide guidance and training to staff to promote inclusive teaching practices.
• Ensure the school remains compliant with SEND legislation and best practice.
• Support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).
• National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or willingness to work towards it.
• Previous SENCO experience within a primary school setting.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation and EHCP processes.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• A passionate and child-centred approach to education.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and approachable leadership team.
• Friendly, dedicated staff and a positive school culture.
• Well-resourced learning environments.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• A strong commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCO or an aspiring leader looking to further develop their SEND expertise within a caring and well-established school.

To apply or find out more, please contact Chanelle at Protocol Education today.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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