Assistant Headteacher (SENCO)

Are you an education expert? We are currently seeking to represent an experienced SENCO for one of our Droitwich, Worcestershire (WR9), West Midlands based primary schools. If you are a primary experienced SENCO, who is available either immediately or from January 2027 and able to travel to Droitwich, Worcestershire we would be keen to speak with you.

This primary school-based SENCO job is offered on a full-time, temporary basis for at least one term. It is a non-teaching role, allowing you to solely focus on your duties as a SENCO. Ideally, you will hold the National Professional Qualification for SENCOs (NPQ for SENCOs) however experienced candidates without the SENCO Qualification will also be considered. You will be part of the leadership team working at Assistant Headteacher level providing support to the current SEND leaders. You may be required to attend other sites within the area who also belong to the same trust.

We are a family run recruitment business specialising in Education. With over 15 years’ worth of experience supporting education settings and candidates across primary, secondary and SEND divisions. We hold REC Corporate Membership, and we are fully committed to safeguarding all children within our schools. All applicants are subject to online searching checks as part of our commitment to safer recruitment. In order to be successfully shortlisted in your applications with us we will require the following:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS Qualification).

National Professional Qualification for SENCOs (Desirable but not essential).

Substantial experience working as a SENCO within an education setting.

All required documents for safer recruitment processing including, but not limited to a valid right to work proof and a valid Enhanced DBS.

Exceptional references.

All applicants are subject to online searching checks as part of our commitment to safer recruitment.

Once shortlisted, a one-to-one interview will be scheduled with your dedicated consultant to discuss your SEND experience and personal requirements.

Proposed start date: November 2026 (or January 2027)

Daily rate: £200 up to £320 per day

Date posted: 06.11.26

Application closing date: 04.12.26

If you are a qualified SENCO or Assistant Headteacher with SEND experience and are willing to work in or are local to Worcestershire area, West Midlands, UK please do not hesitate to get in touch. For all initial enquiries or to submit a CV, please contact the Education Experts office directly
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed