Job Description

Lead SENCo (4 Days per Week)

Job Title: Lead SENCo (Primary)
Salary: Competitive - in line with SENCo experience & qualifications
Borough: Barnet
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: 4 days per week, long-term (with potential for permanency)

SANZA Teaching Agency (Tradewind's sister company) is delighted to be working with an outstanding, forward-thinking primary school in Barnet. This exceptional school is seeking an inspiring and experienced Lead SENCo to oversee, drive and elevate provision for pupils with additional needs. This is an exciting part-time leadership role within a warm, ambitious, and highly reputable school community.

The Role

This position will allow you to champion inclusive practice and shape the school's SEND strategy.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and coordinating the school's SEND provision across all year groups
  • Overseeing EHCP processes, reviews, referrals and external agency engagement
  • Working closely with teachers and support staff to model best practice
  • Delivering high-quality training and guidance to staff on SEND strategies
  • Monitoring pupil progress, analysing data and identifying next steps
  • Maintaining accurate records, SEND registers and personalised plans
  • Supporting parents, carers and external professionals with a collaborative approach
  • Ensuring the school's SEND policy is implemented consistently and effectively
  • Contributing to whole-school development as part of the senior leadership team

About the School

This is a truly exceptional primary school known for its nurturing ethos, commitment to inclusion and inspirational leadership.
What makes this school outstanding:

  • A highly supportive Headteacher who values staff wellbeing and development
  • A strong focus on inclusive practice and early intervention
  • A warm, community-driven environment where every child is known, valued and celebrated
  • Dedicated provision for SEND, including well-resourced intervention spaces
  • A talented teaching and support team who work collaboratively and creatively
  • Strong partnerships with local services, educational psychologists and specialist teams
  • Excellent CPD opportunities, with staff frequently progressing into leadership
  • Beautiful grounds, modern facilities and a calm, purposeful atmosphere
  • Fantastic parental engagement and a culture of kindness, respect and ambition

This school is widely regarded as one of the top SEND-inclusive primary settings in Barnet, making it an outstanding opportunity for a passionate SENCo.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is seeking a confident and compassionate SEND leader.
You will need:

  • SENCo qualification (or willingness to complete)
  • Substantial experience working within SEND leadership or coordination
  • Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of professionals
  • A strategic mindset, with the ability to drive school-wide improvement
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • A calm, empathetic and solution-focused approach
  • Clear commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education