SENDCo Maternity Cover

Fixed-term contract

Required for May 2026 onwards

Start date, hours, and salary are negotiable and dependent on experience.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated SENDCo to join the SHSG Team for a one-year fixed term maternity cover.

As SENDCo, you will play a key role in shaping a provision where inclusion is central to our ethos and pursuit of excellence. You will work closely with experienced colleagues to ensure that students with SEND are not only supported but encouraged to thrive. You will help ensure that all students, regardless of need or background, can access our ambitious curriculum and vibrant co-curricular programme. With guidance and support, you’ll contribute to a culture where personalised support and high expectations go hand in hand, and where every student is empowered to reach their potential.

We are looking for an excellent candidate who will:

• Lead the school’s SEND strategy, ensuring high-quality, inclusive support that enables all pupils to thrive and make strong progress.

• Ensure statutory compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act, maintaining robust policies, EHCP processes, and accurate reporting.

• Champion inclusive teaching and learning by working with staff to embed adaptive, ambitious classroom practice across the curriculum.

• Develop staff expertise through effective professional development and managing the SEND Support Team to build whole-school capacity.

• Monitor outcomes and inclusion, using data to drive improvement, support smooth transitions, and ensure all SEND pupils access the full life of the school.

Requirements:

• Qualified Teacher Status

• SENDCo qualification

We can offer you:

• Highly motivated, curious, and industrious students

• A strong, highly qualified staff team with a family community spirit

• A commitment to ongoing professional development and staff wellbeing

• An environment which promotes innovation

Southend High School for Girls is a highly successful and oversubscribed girl’s grammar school, rated

‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted

We reserve the right to call applicants to interview, and appoint, prior to the closing date

All staff at Southend High School for Girls have a responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. This is a customer-facing role needing fluent spoken English.