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Posting date: 10 January 2026
Salary: £60,000.00 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 February 2026
Location: N1 1AA
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: SENCO-260110-9474

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Summary

SENCO – Lead Outstanding SEND Provision in a Dynamic Islington School

Ready to champion SEND excellence in one of Islington’s most ambitious schools? This SENCO role offers the opportunity to transform pupil outcomes, drive whole-school vision, and shape the future of inclusive education alongside a progressive Senior Leadership Team. We’re searching for an exceptional SENCO to inspire, innovate and uplift – if you’re driven to make a measurable difference for every SEND pupil, your next challenge starts here.

Step into a vibrant, values-led environment where your impact resonates far beyond the classroom. As SENCO, you’ll collaborate with a high-performing staff team, access cutting-edge CPD, and play a pivotal role in our Outstanding SEND journey. Expect an experience that pushes your practice, stretches your leadership, and positions you at the forefront of sector-leading SEND strategy in a genuinely caring, high-achieving context.

Key Highlights:
• SENCO – Strategic SEND leadership with hands-on, visible impact
• Up to £60,000 DOE Per Year – Premier Islington package
• Located in the heart of Islington – Exceptional transport links & local culture
• Ofsted Rated: Good to Outstanding, with recognition for SEND practice
• Unrivalled CPD – Bespoke leadership pathways and networking with sector specialists
• Ideal for accomplished SENCOs, inclusion leads, or ambitious teachers seeking next-step leadership
• Modern learning spaces – Fully equipped SEND base & therapy resources

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Designing, implementing and evaluating the whole-school SEND strategy
• Leading EHCP processes, provision mapping, and targeted interventions
• Coaching, mentoring and upskilling staff in inclusive best practice
• Advocating relentlessly for SEND pupils and their families
• Driving pupil progress through continuous review of outcomes and personalised learning plans

Ideal SENCO for this Islington School:
• UK-qualified teacher with National SENCO Award (or working towards it)
• Deep expertise in SEND legislation, provision, and intervention
• Outstanding communicator and empathetic leader
• Robust experience securing impactful progress for diverse needs
• Visionary, strategic mindset with an eye for innovative practice

Why Join This Islington School?:
• Inspirational SLT who truly value and invest in SEND leadership
• An inclusive culture where every child’s potential is championed
• Fast-tracked progression for ambitious leaders – join our alumni of DHTs/Heads
• Supportive, expert colleagues and teaching assistants – real team ethos
• Access to latest SEND research, networks, and flagship Islington initiatives

Ready to lead SEND transformation where it will count the most? This SENCO post in Islington is designed for energetic, solution-focused leaders ready to move the dial for inclusion. Act fast – interviews are being arranged now for top-tier candidates.

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