Location: Northolt, Ealing, West London
Start Date: ASAP or January 2027
Salary: M1–UPS3 Inner London + SEN Allowance
Contract: Full-Time | Permanent
Position: Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

Primary SENCO Vacancy in Northolt, Ealing

Are you looking for a permanent Primary SENCO position in Ealing with an immediate or January 2027 start?

Prebook Recruitment is working with a large, welcoming and inclusive Primary School in Northolt, Ealing, looking to appoint an experienced and committed Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced SENCO or Primary Teacher with significant SEND experience who is ready to take the next step into school-wide inclusion leadership.

The position offers M1–UPS3 Inner London pay plus a SEN allowance, with the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children with additional learning needs.

Primary SENCO – The Role

As the SENCO, you will play a central role in leading and coordinating SEND provision across the school, ensuring children receive the support they need to achieve their potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing SEND provision across the Primary School
• Identifying and assessing pupils with special educational needs
• Coordinating Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Overseeing SEND support plans, interventions and reviews
• Supporting teachers with inclusive classroom practice and adaptive teaching
• Monitoring pupil progress and evaluating the impact of SEND provision
• Working closely with Teaching Assistants, SEND support staff and senior leaders
• Liaising with parents, carers and external professionals
• Supporting statutory SEND processes and annual reviews
• Developing effective approaches to behaviour, communication and emotional regulation
• Promoting an inclusive and supportive learning environment

You will also contribute to the school’s wider inclusion strategy, ensuring that SEND provision is consistent, effective and responsive to individual pupils’ needs.

Who We’re Looking For

For this Primary SENCO vacancy in Ealing, we’re particularly interested in hearing from experienced SEND professionals who can demonstrate strong knowledge of inclusive education.

Ideally, you will have:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous experience teaching within a UK Primary School
• Experience working as a SENCO, Assistant SENCO or SEND Lead
• Strong understanding of the SEND Code of Practice
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs
• Knowledge of EHCPs, statutory processes and SEND assessments
• Confidence supporting and developing other staff
• Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills
• Experience working with parents and external professionals
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education
• The relevant SENCO qualification, or willingness to complete the required NPQ for SENCOs within the statutory timeframe
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Previous SENCO experience would be desirable. However, experienced Primary Teachers with substantial SEND responsibility who are ready to progress into their first SENCO position are also encouraged to apply.

About the Primary School in Northolt

This SENCO opportunity is based at a large, established four-form-entry Primary School in Northolt, Ealing.

The school has a strong commitment to inclusion and ensuring that children with additional needs are supported academically, socially and emotionally.

The school offers:

• An established SEND and inclusion team
• A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team
• A dedicated sensory room and additional SEND resources
• Strong relationships with parents and external professionals
• A diverse and inclusive school community
• A collaborative approach to teaching and learning
• Opportunities to develop and improve SEND provision across the school
• A commitment to professional development

The school places particular importance on working closely with families, supporting children’s individual needs and ensuring pupils can participate fully in school life.

This is an excellent opportunity for a SENCO who wants to make a genuine difference within a large Primary School.

Salary & Contract Details

• M1–UPS3 Inner London + SEN Allowance
• Permanent position
• Full-time contract
• ASAP or January 2027 start
• Salary dependent on experience and agreed SEN allowance
• Opportunity to lead and develop SEND provision
• Further details available on application

Apply for This Primary SENCO Position in Ealing

If you’re an experienced SENCO, Assistant SENCO or Primary Teacher with substantial SEND leadership experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Whether you’re already leading SEND provision or looking to progress into your first SENCO position, this could be an excellent opportunity.

All applications are reviewed directly by Simon, Director of Prebook Recruitment, and we aim to contact suitable candidates within 24 hours.

Apply today or email simon@prebookrecruitment.com to discuss the position.