SENCO – (Olympus School – South Croydon)
Job Reference horizoncare/TP/887/1174
Number of Positions: 1
Contract Type: Full Time
Working Hours: 37..50
Location: Croydon, England, United Kingdom
Closing Date: 17/07/2026
Job Category: Education
Region / Division: South
Business Unit: Education
Job Introduction
We are looking for an inspirational SENCO at Olympus Academy in Croydon.
Olympus is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in South Croydon, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-19 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs.
At Horizon Care and Education, our SENCOs are supported by Headteachers, Operational Directors and the Managing Director of Education Services. This structure of support allows Senior Leadership Teams to focus on and deliver the best outcomes for children, young people, and their families.
To be our SENCO you’ll be a multi‑talented professional, you’ll have great leadership and communication skills; endless enthusiasm, resilience and vision, and a commitment to both the education and the achievement of each young person.
Qualifications
- Must hold a SENCO Qualification or be close to completing
- Must have a QTS status
- Make a valuable contribution to the offering that young people receive at the school as part of the provision of high‑quality teaching and learning
- Have some experience of working effectively with local authorities
- Have a passion for ensuring all young people succeed
- Be able to work effectively within a supportive, committed, and successful staff team
- Have high aspirations for themselves and others, and a commitment to further development
- Have a robust understanding of SEND Code of practice
- An understanding of SEMH education and how to support the additional needs associated with SEMH pupils
Horizon Care and Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for this role is the 17th July
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