SENCO

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Job Title:  SENCo
Location:  Syon Manor College, Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ
Hours:  37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.30pm
Salary:  Up to £65,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  October 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you a passionate SEND professional ready to make a real difference across an entire school.

We’re looking for an inspiring and committed SENCO to lead and develop our SEND provision, ensuring every pupil receives the right support, opportunities and encouragement to thrive.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a strategic lead in shaping high-quality SEND provision, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, pastoral and clinical teams, families and external professionals. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our pupils’ individual needs are understood, their EHCP outcomes are achieved and their voices are heard.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with parents/carers about pupil’s needs and any provision made.

• Have day-to-day responsibility for the operation of the SEND policy and the co-ordination of specific provision made to support our pupils who have EHC plans.

• With the Headteacher, regularly review and evaluate the breadth and impact of the SEND support the school offers or can access and co-operate with the LA in reviewing the provision that is available locally and in developing the local offer.

• With the Headteacher, therapy team and teaching staff, identify any patterns in the school’s identification of SEN, both within the school and in comparison with national data, and use these to reflect on and reinforce the quality of teaching.

• Be a point of contact for external agencies, especially the local authority (LA) and its support services, and work with external agencies to ensure that appropriate provision is provided.

• Liaise with potential next providers of education to make sure that the pupil and their parents are informed about options and that a smooth transition is planned.

• To develop with the Headteacher an annual whole school SEN improvement plan.

What We're Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is knowledgeable, collaborative and passionate about improving outcomes for pupils with SEND.

• QTS or QTLS and either hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) or be willing to complete it within three years.

• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current SEND practice.

• Experience of using assessment and other data to evaluate provision and inform planning.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to work with staff, families and a wide range of professionals.

• A strategic mindset, strong organisational skills and the ability to influence, negotiate and drive positive change.

• Driving licence is desirable

About us

Syon Manor College is a post 16 learning and skills provider for young people with autism and complex needs. The college will offer a broad curriculum of academic, vocational and life skills learning including BTECs, GCSEs, Functional Skills and ASDAN accreditations which will work towards their preparation for adulthood targets and into employment, supported internships or higher education. 

For over 19 years, Options Autism has provided specialist care and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are pioneering innovative, evidence-based approaches that deliver meaningful, measurable outcomes for everyone in our care.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance

• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts

  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

  • Critical illness cover

  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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