SENCO

POSITION: SENCO
PAY: Paid to Scale (in line with experience)
CONTRACT: Full Time & Long Term
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday
START DATE: January 2026
LOCATION: Waltham Forest, North East London

A forward-thinking and inclusive primary school in Waltham Forest, North East London, is seeking an experienced SENCO to join their team on a long-term basis for the Spring Term only, starting January 2026. This role is ideal for an organised, skilled, and passionate SEND leader who can confidently oversee and drive high-quality provision during this fixed-term period.

About the role: SENCO

· Lead and manage the school’s SEND provision across all year groups
· Coordinate support for pupils with a range of additional needs
· Work closely with teachers, support staff, and external professionals
· Oversee EHCP processes, reviews, and statutory responsibilities
· Monitor pupil progress, interventions, and SEND outcomes
· Support staff with strategies, differentiation, and pupil plans
· Maintain accurate and compliant SEND records
· Safeguard pupils at all times
· Full-time & Long-Term role (Spring Term only)
· January 2026 start
· Primary setting located in Waltham Forest, North East London

The ideal candidate: SENCO

· Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required
· NASENCo qualification preferred (or ongoing)
· Strong understanding of SEND processes and statutory requirements
· Proven experience working as a SENCO or in a similar leadership role
· Excellent communication and organisational skills
· Confident supporting staff, pupils, and families
· Reliable, proactive, and committed to inclusive education

Benefits of joining Clarus Education as a SENCO:

· Paid to scale (AWR) – equal to permanent staff from week 12
· Specialist support for long-term and leadership roles
· Your own dedicated consultant
· DBS advice and guidance
· £250 ‘Refer a Teacher’ bonus / £150 for support staff
· Ongoing professional and pastoral support

Additional Information

Please note: Sponsorship cannot be offered for this position SENCO role. Applicants must hold QTS awarded by the British Department for Education.

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How To Apply

To apply for this SENCO, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this SENCO role now and will be interviewing ASAP.

Safeguarding

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As a SENCO, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful SENCO candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.  This SENCO post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this SENCO opportunity by sending your CV. You will be contacted (if shortlisted) for the SENCO role within 48 hours.

SENCO | Waltham Forest | North-East London
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