Supply Teach Group Ltd
Head of SEND
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Head of SEND
SENCO & Alternative Provision Lead – Secondary School | Derby
Interim Opportunity: September 2026 Start
- Location: Derby
- Contract: Full-Time
- Pay: Leadership Scale £350 - £400 per day
About the Role
Are you an experienced SENCO or senior leader looking for your next challenge in a role where you can make a lasting impact on inclusion, SEND provision, and student outcomes?
A secondary school in Derby is seeking an experienced SENCO & Alternative Provision Lead to join the senior leadership team on an interim basis for the Autumn Term 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and passionate leader to shape the school's SEND provision and oversee high-quality Alternative Provision (AP) for students who require additional support.
As the SENCO & AP Lead, you will provide strategic leadership for SEND across the school while ensuring students accessing Alternative Provision (AP) receive the highest standard of education and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading the school's SEND provision and promoting an inclusive culture
- Overseeing the identification, assessment, and support of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Working collaboratively with:
- Teaching staff
- Pastoral teams
- Parents and carers
- External agencies
- Leading the development and implementation of effectiveness SEND strategies and interventions
- Managing both:
- Internal Alternative Provision
- External Alternative Provision To ensure students receive appropriate educational pathways
- Monitoring student progress and evaluating the impact of SEND and AP
- Ensuring statutory SEND responsibilities are met and provision aligns with current best practice
- Contributing to the strategic leadership and improvement of the school
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About You
The successful candidate will:
Essential Criteria
- Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Hold the National Award for SEN Coordination (NASENCO) OR Be willing to work towards it (if applicable)
- Have significant experience leading SEND provision within a secondary school
- Demonstrate an excellent understanding of:
- SEND legislation
- Inclusive practice
- Safeguarding
- Have strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
- Be committed to improving outcomes for students with additional needs
Desirable (Not Essential)
- Experience managing Alternative Provision, including:
- Internal provision
- External provision
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Contract Details
- Start Date: 7th September 2026
- End Date: 18th December 2026 (Interim role)
- Duration: Full-time
- Salary:
- Leadership scale or
- Competitive daily rate (based on experience)
This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference within a secondary school committed to providing high-quality support for all learners. There may also be opportunities to discuss a longer-term appointment beyond the interim contract.
Note: Apply today to be considered for this rewarding leadership opportunity.
Safeguarding Statement
Supply Teach is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Satisfactory references
- Compliance with safer recruitment and safeguarding procedures *(in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)).
Supply Teach is an equal opportunities employer and provides job-seeking services as an Employment Business. All applicants will be considered regardless of:
- Age
- Disability
- Gender reassignment
- Marriage and civil partnership
- Pregnancy and maternity
- Race
- Religion or belief
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
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