SENDCO

Job Description

Join Our Team as a SENDCO at Lift Bexleyheath!

Salary: L7 - L11 + Wellbeing Cash Plan + Car Scheme + Pension Scheme (TPS) + Additional Benefits

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: Negotiable

Are you an exceptional teacher ready to take the next step in your career? Lift Bexleyheath is on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated SENDCO to join our vibrant community. This is your chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

As our SENDCO, you will be the driving force behind innovative and evidence-based support for students with identified SEND needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Efficiently managing SEND provision to ensure every child receives the support they need.
• Providing professional guidance to secure high-quality teaching for all students.
• Monitoring progress and evaluating the effectiveness of teaching and learning to drive improvements.

Our ideal candidate will possess:

• Qualified Teacher Status and a commitment to ongoing professional development in SEND.
• Experience working with parents to support children with SEND.
• A proven track record as an excellent classroom teacher.
• A thorough understanding of statutory regulations related to SEND and equality.
• Experience collaborating with external agencies.

Lift Bexleyheath is a welcoming and inclusive secondary school with a strong sense of community. We serve a diverse student population and pride ourselves on the relationships we build with families and the wider community.

Located just 30 minutes from central London by train, our school offers an excellent environment to live and work. With a brand-new sixth form centre and ongoing investments in teaching spaces, it’s an exciting time to join our team!

We are on a journey of sustained improvement and innovation, backed by strong leadership and a shared determination to achieve the best for every student.

We are a diverse and inclusive network of schools with a clear mission: to provide an excellent education to every child, every day. With 57 schools in our network, we empower our team to do their best work, supported by exceptional leadership.

We value the exceptional efforts of our staff in making this an incredible organization.

• Career Development and Training: Access a wide range of statutory and developmental training to boost your career, including our partnership with One World and Ambition Institute's CPD programs.
• Generous Benefits: Comprehensive support including pension plans, healthcare, and financial assistance.
• Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives.

This is a full-time, permanent position with a negotiable start date.

Closing Date: 6 February 2026

Interviews: 26 February 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are encouraged to review the job description and person specification before applying.

At Lift Schools, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment process aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, offering a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.