Deputy SENDCo
| Company: | Harris Federation |
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| Salary: | £33,609 to £35,628 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | London, NW10 3ST |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 11 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 11 Dec 2026 |
Summary
About UsOur core values of determination, integrity, curiosity and empathy inspire and nurture a passion for learning and success with a strong sense of inclusivity, individuality and responsibility. We use our voices purposefully as global citizens.
The foundations of achieving our vision are:
Outstanding curriculum, with outstanding quality and breadth of education
Exceptional teachers who support students' passion for learning with the tools for success for every individual
Relationships, routines and recognition that lead to a sense of belonging, wellbeing, mutual respect and exemplary behaviour both within Harris Lowe Academy Willesden and in our local community
Post-16 excellence with a broad range of pathways, sporting academies and inspiring student leaders
Arts and sports specialisms that embed essential skills and enable exceptional performance
Our moral purpose is to ensure our students and staff have access to the best possible futures and contribute positively to society through an outstanding careers/development programme, excellent leadership, and coaching.
From its origins as the first city academy, the exceptional education we provide takes advantage of the opportunities offered by our privileged location and facilities in the most vibrant, multi-cultural city in the world. The enthusiasm, discipline and ambition of our students combined with the high expectations, outstanding teaching and creative dedication of our staff makes our vision a reality. SummaryWe are looking for a Deputy SENDCo to join our thriving team at Harris Lowe Academy Willesden.
This role is suitable for non-teaching candidates. The actual salary will be £28,994.23 - £30,736.00 (37.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year) . Main Areas of ResponsibilityAs Deputy SENDCo, you will support the SENDCo in providing professional leadership and management to remove barriers to learning where they exist for students with SEND. This will involve providing professional guidance on SEND to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies and assuming delegated responsibilities in negotiation with the SENDCo. You will also support the academic progress of students with SEND through small group or 1:1 interventions.Qualifications & ExperienceWe would like to hear from you if you have:
A good honours degree (or equivalent)
GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, or equivalent
Evidence of Continuing Professional Development relevant to SEND or willingness to engage with further training
SEN experience in a secondary school
Evidence of successful experience supporting young people with SEND
Evidence of pastoral experience
Experience of working with key stakeholders such as parents, governors and employers
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. Rewards & BenefitsOur people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan, electric car scheme, and many other benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our website.Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. Next StepsIf you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact us via e-mail, or call to arrange a conversation.
Before applying, please download the Job Pack for full details on the job responsibilities and person specification. You will need this when completing your application.
Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. We only accept applications submitted online via our careers website and which are completed before the closing deadline. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible and advise you check the job information as per the listing on our careers site.