14 days remaining to apply

  • Job start date

    1 January 2027

  • Closing date

    24 November 2026 at 12pm (midday)

  • Date listed

    10 November 2026

Job details

Job role

  • SENCO (special educational needs coordinator)

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Working pattern

Full time

Contract type

Fixed term

Full time equivalent salary

40,317.00 - 62,496.00

SENDCo job summary

Primary SENDCo (Maternity Cover)

Flexible working arrangements will be considered for the right candidate.

This post will work accross Canary Wharf Primary East Ferry & Canary Wharf Primary Glenworth

Are you passionate about ensuring every child receives the support, opportunities and education they deserve? We are seeking an exceptional and dedicated Primary SENDCo to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract, leading SEND provision across our two primary schools.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced SEND professional to make a significant impact across two thriving school communities, working closely with school leaders, families and external agencies to ensure excellent outcomes for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.

As Primary SENDCo, you will:

  • Lead and coordinate SEND provision across both schools.
  • Work closely with pupils, families, staff and external agencies to secure excellent outcomes.
  • Support and develop colleagues in delivering high-quality inclusive practice.
  • Oversee Individual Support Plans and ensure statutory compliance.
  • We are looking for someone who:

  • Has strong SEND knowledge and experience within a primary setting.
  • Is passionate about inclusion and improving outcomes for all pupils.
  • Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
  • Shares our ambition, values and commitment to excellence
  • University Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks

    Further information about the job

    The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
    Visas cannot be sponsored.
    If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

    Commitment to safeguarding

    Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

    Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

    Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
    childcare disqualification
    Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
    medical
    online and social media
    prohibition from teaching
    right to work
    satisfactory references
    suitability to work with children

    You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

    Applying for the job

    This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

    CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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    About Canary Wharf Primary, Glenworth

    Organisation type
    Free School, Christian, ages 4 to 11
    Education phase
    Primary school
    Size
    308 pupils enrolled
    Age range
    4 to 11
    Ofsted report
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    School location

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