Deputy SENDCo

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding, innovative and inspirational teacher and SENDCo with the passion and enthusiasm to fulfil a key role in the school as Deputy SENDCo. The Deputy SENDCo leads the SEND Team, in partnership with the Assistant Principal: Inclusion, Assistant SENDCo's, Progress Coaches (Teaching Assistants) and PA to the SENDCO's who all work in close partnership with parents and carers and liaise with a wide range of external professionals. We are looking for someone who is passionately committed to inclusive education, and who can ensure that all of our students can access the curriculum, make excellent progress and thrive throughout their time at Weydon. This post would suit somebody who is either a fully qualified SENDCo or someone looking to undertake the SENDCo qualification who has a proven track record and experience working within SEND, EHCP processes and statutory frameworks. You will be willing to lead change and contribute to whole school improvement, be confident in using data to evaluate impact and to improve outcomes and you will be a calm, credible and inspiring leader able to motivate, challenge and to support others. We recognise the challenges of this role, and the complex and ever-changing context in which leaders of inclusion work, particularly in the light of the White Paper 'Every Child Achieving and Thriving'. We will provide as much time, support and capacity to allow you to meet these challenges and opportunities, particularly in relation to your teaching load. Come and visit us! Please come and visit and meet members of our team before you apply. Weydon School is a large, vibrant and over-subscribed school in an unspoilt area of Surrey within easy reach of London. We are the founding member school of the Weydon Multi Academy Trust, which also comprises Woolmer Hill School, Rodborough School, Farnham Heath End School, Frogmore Community College, Tomlinscote, Farnborough Sixth Form College and Eggar's School alongside primary and specialist schools from the local area. The close proximity of these schools allows many opportunities for staff collaboration, particularly on SEND and curriculum and assessment; there is a Trust Director for SEND who works with SENDCOs across the Trust. The Times frequently rates Weydon School in the top 10 of 11-16 schools in England attainment at GCSE is exceptional. Weydon also features in the Good Schools Guide where it is described as "slick state schooling at its best". You can read the full report here. Benefits of working for Weydon and WMAT:

• Free use of our fitness suite & extra-curricular opportunities such as staff Zumba/Yoga
• Cash back medical scheme
• Priority admissions for Children of staff (subject to service/skills shortage)
• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Lifestyle discounts and benefits scheme through our employee benefits platform
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• International school trip opportunities
• Extensive CPD opportunities
For further information on Weydon School and what we can offer you, please visit https://www.weydonschool.surrey.sch.uk/ If you would like to discuss the post or have a tour of the school before making an application, you would be very welcome. Please call Miranda Francis, our HR Officer, for an informal chat on or email recruitment@weydonschool.surrey.sch.uk Please complete an online application on our recruitment platform. Closing date: 9am on 12 May 2026. Interview date: w/c 18 May 2026. We reserve the right to close this job early. Please apply ASAP to avoid disappointment. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check.

This post would suit somebody who is either a fully qualified SENDCo or someone looking to undertake the SENDCo qualification who has a proven track record and experience working within SEND, EHCP processes and statutory frameworks. You will be willing to lead change and contribute to whole school improvement, be confident in using data to evaluate impact and to improve outcomes and you will be a calm, credible and inspiring leader able to motivate, challenge and to support others.

Please come and visit and meet members of our team before you apply. Weydon School is a large, vibrant and over-subscribed school in an unspoilt area of Surrey within easy reach of London. We are the founding member school of the Weydon Multi Academy Trust, which also comprises Woolmer Hill School, Rodborough School, Farnham Heath End School, Frogmore Community College, Tomlinscote, Farnborough Sixth Form College and Eggar's School alongside primary and specialist schools from the local area. The close proximity of these schools allows many opportunities for staff collaboration, particularly on SEND and curriculum and assessment; there is a Trust Director for SEND who works with SENDCOs across the Trust. The Times frequently rates Weydon School in the top 10 of 11-16 schools in England attainment at GCSE is exceptional. Weydon also features in the Good Schools Guide where it is described as "slick state schooling at its best". You can read the full report here.


• Free use of our fitness suite & extra-curricular opportunities such as staff Zumba/Yoga
• Cash back medical scheme
• Priority admissions for Children of staff (subject to service/skills shortage)
• Access to the Teachers' Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Lifestyle discounts and benefits scheme through our employee benefits platform
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• International school trip opportunities
• Extensive CPD opportunities