SENDCo

Location: Hampstead Hill School, Hampstead, London

Salary: £44,000 - £47,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience)

Contract: Full-time

Closing Date: 16th May 2025

Interviews: w/c 23rd May 2025 (TBC)

Early Applications: Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and we may close the vacancy early if an appointment is made.

About Us

Hampstead Hill School is an independent Nursery and Pre-Preparatory school based in St Stephen's, a magnificent Grade I listed former church, and the adjacent School Hall in the heart of Hampstead, London. Our Prep School is based at All Hallows Church.

At Hampstead Hill, we offer a broad, balanced, and engaging curriculum, including computing, art, Spanish, yoga and conservation, to provide a well-rounded education. We are committed to academic excellence and nurturing children’s curiosity, independence and love for learning in a happy and stimulating environment. Our school prepares pupils for the challenges of the 7+ and 11+ entrance examinations, ensuring they are confident and well-equipped for their next steps.

Our school values - Respect, Kindness, Community, Curiosity and Conservation - are embedded in everything we do, from our teaching to our daily interactions.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled SENDCo to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will work closely with pupils, staff, and parents to ensure that children with special educational needs or disabilities receive the support and guidance they need to thrive. This is a key leadership position within the school, reporting directly to the Headteacher.

The SENDCo will be responsible for:

• Strategic development of SEN policy and provision – overseeing provision for pupils with SEN or disabilities, ensuring policies and practices reflect best practice and national guidelines.
• Day-to-day SEND provision management – maintaining an accurate SEND register, analysing assessment data, and coordinating interventions.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals – including educational psychologists, local authorities and specialist teachers.
• Supporting pupils and their families – ensuring appropriate support plans are in place and communicating effectively with parents and carers.
• Staff development and training – identifying training needs and leading CPD to enhance inclusive teaching across the school.

What We Offer

At Hampstead Hill, we value our staff and offer a range of benefits, including:

✔ Wellbeing support – Access to Health Assured services

✔ Paid Mental Health Days

✔ Cycle to Work Scheme

✔ Ongoing professional development – Continuous CPD and training opportunities

✔ A supportive and inclusive school community

✔ Specialist teachers to support our broad curriculum

✔ A Designated Reading Team to enhance literacy provision

✔ A Targeted Support Team delivering bespoke interventions

✔ Competitive salary and access to a pension scheme

Person Specification

We are looking for a SENDCo who:

• Holds the National Award for SEN Co-ordination (or is willing to complete it within 3 years) and has QTS.
• Has experience working at a whole-school level, contributing to school self-evaluation and development planning.
• Possesses a deep knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and upcoming changes within SEND policy.
• Has experience in leading CPD and training staff to improve SEND provision.
• Is an excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships with staff, parents and external professionals.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, with an understanding of the additional vulnerabilities of pupils with SEND.

How to Apply

For an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a pre-visit (by appointment only), please contact Jenni Magloire, Upper School Co-ordinator, via the school office at 0207 681 4260.

Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete the school’s application form.

Hampstead Hill School promotes diversity, inclusion and equality and is committed to safeguarding children. All offers are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough safer recruitment procedures.