Lead SENCo (4 Days per Week)

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