Senior Curriculum Leader - SENDCO

Senior Curriculum Leader - SENDCO Start Date: September 2026 Location: South London Contract: Permanent for a suitable candidate Salary: Leadership Scale L8-L12 South London | Leadership Scale L8-L12 | September 2026 Start | Permanent Opportunity An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in South London is seeking an experienced Senior Curriculum Leader - SENDCO to join its leadership team from September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an established SENDCO or aspiring senior leader to shape SEND provision across Key Stages 3-5 while playing a key role in whole-school improvement. The Role • Lead and develop the school's SEND strategy and provision across Years 7-13. • Act as the designated SENDCO, overseeing EHCPs, annual reviews and statutory processes. • Drive inclusive teaching and learning across all departments. • Lead, develop and line manage SEND staff and Learning Support Assistants. • Monitor pupil progress and ensure effective interventions for students with additional needs. • Work closely with parents, external agencies and senior leaders to secure excellent outcomes for students. • Contribute to whole-school leadership, safeguarding, curriculum development and school improvement initiatives. • Teaching commitment of approximately 16 periods per cycle. The Ideal Candidate • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential. • Proven experience leading SEND provision within a secondary school. • Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and EHCP processes. • Outstanding leadership, communication and organisational skills. • Passionate about inclusion, achievement and student wellbeing. What's on Offer? • Leadership Scale L8-L12. • Permanent position for the right candidate. • Significant whole-school leadership responsibility. • Opportunity to shape and enhance SEND provision across the school. • Supportive senior leadership team and strong professional development opportunities. • A rewarding role making a lasting impact on the lives of young people. Candidates must hold QTS (or a recognised UK equivalent) and have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this position.