Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)
Ashford
£32,(Apply online only) - £50,(Apply online only)
February – January 2026
About the Role:
Vision for Education is excited to partner with a primary school in Ashford to recruit a passionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO). This part-time role, working four days a week, offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on the education and wellbeing of students with special educational needs.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing SEN provision across the school, ensuring that students with diverse needs receive the support and resources they need to thrive academically and socially.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage the provision for children with special educational needs across the school.
- Work closely with staff to identify and support students who require additional help.
- Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and ensure they are tailored to each child’s needs.
- Collaborate with parents and external agencies to support students effectively.
- Provide training and support to staff on best practices for SEN.
- Ensure compliance with SEN legislation and school policies.
- Track and report on the progress of students with SEN and provide strategies for improvement.
About You:
- Qualified teacher status (QTS) and experience working in a primary school setting.
- A current SENCO qualification
- Strong understanding of SEN codes of practice and relevant legislation.
- Passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for children with SEN.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships with students, parents, and staff.
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Vision for Education offer
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
Vision for Education do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Alice Creighton on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)
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