Qualified SENDCO

Location: Derby, DE23 - easily commutable from Littleover, Normanton, Mickleover, Sinfin and Derby City Centre
Pay: Competitive - dependent on experience and qualifications
Start Date: November 2026
Contract: Long-term / permanent opportunity

Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced and fully qualified SENDCO to take a key leadership role within a supportive primary school in the DE23 area of Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established SEND professional who can take ownership of SEND provision across the primary setting, while potentially providing oversight and guidance to an associated nursery site.

The successful candidate must hold the NASENCO qualification, NPQ for SENCOs, or an equivalent recognised SENDCO qualification, alongside strong practical experience of SEND provision within an educational setting.

About the Role

As SENDCO, you will:

Lead and coordinate SEND provision across the primary school
Oversee the identification, assessment and ongoing support of pupils with additional needs
Manage and review EHCPs, SEND support plans, provision maps and individual pupil targets
Coordinate and contribute to annual reviews and statutory SEND processes
Ensure provision meets the requirements of the SEND Code of Practice
Monitor pupil progress and evaluate the impact of interventions and additional provision
Provide guidance, coaching and practical support to teachers and teaching assistants
Work closely with parents and carers to maintain strong communication around pupil provision
Liaise with external professionals including Educational Psychologists, SALT, local authority teams and other specialist services
Support effective transitions between Early Years, primary phases and future settings
Potentially provide SEND oversight and professional guidance across an associated nursery provision
Contribute to wider school improvement and inclusive practice

Essential Candidate Requirements

NASENCO, NPQ for SENCOs or equivalent recognised SENDCO qualification - essential
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or appropriate relevant professional qualification
Previous experience leading or coordinating SEND provision
Strong working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
Confident managing EHCP processes, annual reviews and provision mapping
Experience working collaboratively with parents, external agencies and local authorities
Strong understanding of inclusive classroom practice and effective SEND interventions
Ability to lead, advise and develop other members of staff
Understanding of Early Years SEND would be highly advantageous due to potential nursery oversight
Organised, confident and capable of managing a varied SEND caseloadPlease note: applications from candidates without an appropriate SENDCO qualification cannot be considered for this position.

About the School

Supportive primary setting based in Derby, DE23
Strong commitment to inclusive education and early intervention
Opportunity to influence SEND strategy and provision
Collaborative leadership and teaching team
Potential involvement across both primary and Early Years provision

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent position
Roles focused on stability rather than day-to-day supply
Weekly pay during temporary placement
Dedicated consultant support throughout the recruitment process
Access to relevant CPD and professional development

Next Steps

If you're an experienced and qualified SENDCO looking for a new opportunity from November, apply today with your CV.

Please ensure your NASENCO, NPQ SENCO or equivalent SENDCO qualification is clearly listed on your application.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed