SENCO - Secondary School - Tower Hamlets

SENCO (Secondary School) - Tower Hamlets
Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Contract Type: Interim - Temp (September 2026 - December 2026)
Future Opportunity: Potential to become a permanent role from January 2027
Daily Rate: Competitive - dependent on experience

Your New Role
Hays Education are proud to be working with a dynamic and inclusive secondary school in Tower Hamlets to appoint an experienced and driven SENCO. This is an interim Leadership opportunity for the Autumn term 2026, with a clear pathway to transition into a permanent post from January 2027 for the right candidate.

This role offers a fantastic long-term opportunity for an outstanding practitioner with a passion for inclusion to lead and further develop SEND provision within a diverse and ambitious school community.

About the Role

As SENDCo, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for SEND across the school, ensuring that students with additional needs receive outstanding support and achieve strong outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the implementation and ongoing development of SEND provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice
Identifying, assessing, and supporting students with SEND, including oversight of EHCPs and annual reviews
Driving high-quality teaching and learning through coaching, mentoring, and professional development of staff
Monitoring progress and attainment of students with SEND, using data to inform interventions and improve outcomes
Working closely with parents, carers, and external agencies to ensure coordinated and effective support
Managing and developing support staff to deliver impactful interventions
Contributing to whole-school teaching and learning initiativesExperience & Qualifications:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Degree or equivalent qualification
Experience working in SEND within a secondary school setting, ideally at SENDCo level
NASENCo, NPQ SENCO qualification (or willingness to undertake)
Experience assessing for Exam Access Arrangements (desirable)
A proven track record as an outstanding classroom practitioner
Evidence of raising standards beyond your own classroomSkills & Abilities:

Strong leadership skills with experience coaching, mentoring, and supporting colleagues
Excellent understanding of outstanding teaching and learning practices
Ability to monitor progress, design effective interventions, and raise attainment
Skilled in working with parents and external stakeholders to support student success
Experience conducting lesson observations and providing constructive feedback
Ability to build strong professional relationships across teams
Confident in leading SEND strategy and contributing to whole-school improvementKnowledge & Understanding:

Up-to-date knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
Awareness of current developments in SEND and inclusive education
Strong understanding of assessment, attainment data and its use to drive improvement
Commitment to inclusive education and removing barriers to learningOther Requirements:

A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Flexibility and adaptability within a leadership role
Understanding of the wider educational landscape and school systemsWhat the School Offers

A supportive and forward-thinking leadership team
A strong culture of inclusion and collaboration
Opportunities to shape and enhance SEND provision
Excellent transport links within East London
A genuine opportunity to secure a permanent leadership positionWhy Work with Hays Education?

Access to exclusive leadership opportunities not advertised elsewhere
Expert, dedicated consultants who understand the education sector
Competitive daily rates, paid to scale where applicable
Ongoing support throughout your placement and beyond
Clear pathways into long-term and permanent rolesSafeguarding
Hays Education and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Apply now
This is a high-impact interim role with long-term potential-ideal for an experienced SEND professional ready to take the next step in leadership.

Apply today or contact Aamir at Hays Education on or (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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