Job Introduction
Closing Date: Tuesday 24 February, Midday
Job Start Date: Easter or September
Contract/Hours: Permanent, Full-time
Salary Details: £32,916 - £51,048 + TLR level depending on experience.
Crookhorn College is seeking an enthusiastic, committed and highly skilled, experienced practitioner from a Primary or Secondary school setting to take on the role of Resourced Provision Manager. This is a key leadership position with a Teaching & Learning Responsibility (TLR), overseeing our specialist Resourced Provision for 15 children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and supporting high‑quality SEND practice across the College.
As a College, our ambition is for all students to achieve levels of success which surpass their expectations. Crookhorn College was judged as Good in Quality of Education, Leadership and Management and Behaviour, with an Outstanding grade for Personal Development by OFSTED in 2024 and we are proud of the ethos and community feel of the College.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
- Lead and manage our Resourced Provision, ensuring a high-quality, inclusive environment for all students allocated to the provision.
- Be responsible for the identification, assessment and coordination of exam access arrangements.
- Lead on all EHCP processes for students within the Resourced Provision, working closely with external professionals and families.
- Oversee and evaluate intervention programmes and maintain an up‑to‑date SEN provision map.
- Manage the deployment and development of Teaching Assistants within the Resourced Provision.
- Deliver and support CPD for staff across the school, with particular emphasis on ASD and specialist provision.
- Work collaboratively with the Transition Team, external agencies and internal colleagues to ensure effective support for students with significant SEND needs.
- Contribute to the annual SEND audit and ensure all practice aligns with Ofsted expectations for effective SEN resource management.
- Have a significantly reduced teaching workload, focused primarily as an SEN teacher
About You
- Qualified SENCO status is preferred, however training will be provided for the right candidate
- Experience of working with children with ASD is essential.
- Primary or Secondary education experience is welcome.
- Strong understanding of SEND legislation, EHCP processes and inclusive practice.
- Ability to lead, inspire and support a team.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
- Passionate about improving outcomes for young people with complex needs.
- Be comfortable in the public domain and leading whole College projects successfully.
- Have the ability to think strategically and solve problems.
- Have a clear vision for raising outcomes.
- Be inspirational and motivate others.
- Be an excellent classroom practitioner particularly in regards to teaching and learning.
- Have a passion for outstanding learning no matter what the cognitive barrier.
In return we offer:
- a supportive and welcoming community of professionals who value and support its staff;
- coaching for every member of staff;
- excellent opportunities and preparation for career development;
- high quality professional learning opportunities.
The post will provide excellent opportunities and preparation for career development in a College that values and supports its staff. Crookhorn is committed to a coaching culture for all its staff.
The College is 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. Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Further details and an application form are available via our website: www.crookhorn.hants.sch.uk or email: recruitment@crookhorn.hants.sch.uk. For an informal discussion please contact Vicci Geddes, Assistant Headteacher SENCO on extension 262 or by email vicci.geddes@crookhorn.hants.sch.uk
Safer Recruitment
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 successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
