Lead SENCo (4 Days per Week)

SANZA Teaching Agency
Barnet, Greater London

Lead SENCo (4 Days per Week)

Job Title: Lead SENCo (Primary)

Salary: Competitive - in line with SENCo experience & qualifications

Borough: Barnet

Start Date: ASAP

Contract: 4 days per week, long-term (with potential for permanency)

SANZA Teaching Agency (Tradewind's sister company) is delighted to be working with an outstanding, forward-thinking primary school in Barnet . This exceptional school is seeking an inspiring and experienced Lead SENCo to oversee, drive and elevate provision for pupils with additional needs. This is an exciting part-time leadership role within a warm, ambitious, and highly reputable school community.

The Role

This position will allow you to champion inclusive practice and shape the school's SEND strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and coordinating the school's SEND provision across all year groups
  • Overseeing EHCP processes, reviews, referrals and external agency engagement
  • Working closely with teachers and support staff to model best practice
  • Delivering high-quality training and guidance to staff on SEND strategies
  • Monitoring pupil progress, analysing data and identifying next steps
  • Maintaining accurate records, SEND registers and personalised plans
  • Supporting parents, carers and external professionals with a collaborative approach
  • Ensuring the school's SEND policy is implemented consistently and effectively
  • Contributing to whole-school development as part of the senior leadership team

About the School

This is a truly exceptional primary school known for its nurturing ethos, commitment to inclusion and inspirational leadership.

What makes this school outstanding:

  • A highly supportive Headteacher who values staff wellbeing and development
  • A strong focus on inclusive practice and early intervention
  • A warm, community-driven environment where every child is known, valued and celebrated
  • Dedicated provision for SEND, including well-resourced intervention spaces
  • A talented teaching and support team who work collaboratively and creatively
  • Strong partnerships with local services, educational psychologists and specialist teams
  • Excellent CPD opportunities, with staff frequently progressing into leadership
  • Beautiful grounds, modern facilities and a calm, purposeful atmosphere
  • Fantastic parental engagement and a culture of kindness, respect and ambition

This school is widely regarded as one of the top SEND-inclusive primary settings in Barnet , making it an outstanding opportunity for a passionate SENCo.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking a confident and compassionate SEND leader.

You will need:

  • SENCo qualification (or willingness to complete)
  • Substantial experience working within SEND leadership or coordination
  • Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of professionals
  • A strategic mindset, with the ability to drive school-wide improvement
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • A calm, empathetic and solution-focused approach
  • Clear commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Posted 2025-11-24

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