SENCO / Deputy Lead
| Company: | senploy |
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| Salary: | £50,000 to £56,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | DA16 1TN |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 13 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SENCO / Deputy Lead - Therapeutic Outdoor Learning Provision
Welling Area ASAP Start | Temp to Perm £50,000-£56,000 DOE
A therapeutic outdoor learning service in the Welling area is recruiting an ambitious SENCO who is ready to step into a wider leadership role. This is a truly unique setting where education takes place outdoors, in nature, and in partnership with a dedicated therapeutic team. Learners are supported through a blend of structured teaching, hands‑on activities and relationship‑based practice - all delivered outdoors come rain or shine.
This role is ideal for a SENCO with team‑leader or line‑management experience who is looking to progress into a Deputy‑level position. You'll play a central role in shaping SEND provision, guiding staff, and supporting safeguarding as part of the DSL team.
About the Provision
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Outdoor‑based curriculum rooted in nature, exploration and experiential learning
Outdoor‑based curriculum rooted in nature, exploration and experiential learning
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Therapeutic centre with multidisciplinary support woven into daily routines
Therapeutic centre with multidisciplinary support woven into daily routines
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Small groups, calm structures and a nurturing, relationship‑focused ethos
Small groups, calm structures and a nurturing, relationship‑focused ethos
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Leadership team committed to developing future senior leaders and promoting wellbeing
Leadership team committed to developing future senior leaders and promoting wellbeing
Key Responsibilities
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Lead SEND provision across the centre, ensuring high‑quality practice and compliance
Lead SEND provision across the centre, ensuring high‑quality practice and compliance
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Oversee EHCP implementation, reviews and personalised learning pathways
Oversee EHCP implementation, reviews and personalised learning pathways
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Provide line‑management, coaching and accountability for education staff
Provide line‑management, coaching and accountability for education staff
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Support safeguarding as part of the DSL/DDSL team
Support safeguarding as part of the DSL/DDSL team
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Work collaboratively with therapy teams to deliver holistic support
Work collaboratively with therapy teams to deliver holistic support
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Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement
Contribute to strategic planning and continuous improvement
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Champion outdoor learning and model engagement in all weather conditions
Champion outdoor learning and model engagement in all weather conditions
Requirements
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QTS
QTS
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NASENCO Award
NASENCO Award
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SENCO experience with some leadership or line‑management responsibilities
SENCO experience with some leadership or line‑management responsibilities
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Confidence stepping into a Deputy‑level role with DSL duties
Confidence stepping into a Deputy‑level role with DSL duties
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Strong understanding of SEMH, SEND and therapeutic approaches
Strong understanding of SEMH, SEND and therapeutic approaches
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Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
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A genuine passion for outdoor learning and nature‑based education
A genuine passion for outdoor learning and nature‑based education
If you're an experienced SENCO ready to grow into a Deputy role within a therapeutic outdoor setting, this temp‑to‑perm position offers a rare opportunity to make a meaningful impact while progressing your leadership career.
Peak Education Recruitment Ltd is a specialist Education Recruitment Consultancy that supports Teachers and Support Staff find short and/or long-term temporary and/or permanent employment in Primary, Secondary and Special Education Schools throughout the UK. We are committed to Safer Recruitment and undertake checks on all candidates we work with. As part of the registration process, each candidate will be required to have a current DBS Disclosure and a subscription to the DBS Update Service, if you do not have one, we can support you with an application. We will also need to see all original relevant qualifications certificates before any work placement is agreed.