Job Introduction
Job/Person Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SENCo to join our school team for 3 days a week. The governors are looking to appoint a remarkable, dynamic, compassionate and enthusiastic individual who has the children at the centre of everything they do. We are looking for a SENCo to work as a valued member of our Senior Leadership Team and also act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL), providing leadership in safeguarding and inclusion.
We are looking to appoint a candidate who can impact positively on the social and educational outcomes of our vulnerable children. We are at the start of the journey with the ‘Thrive Approach’, looking to embed this within our school culture; knowledge or a keen interest in developing this even further would be advantageous.
Ideally, we are seeking to appoint an experienced SENCO; someone who is already accredited with the National Award SENCo (NASENCO); however, for the right candidate, we will offer the SENCO accreditation training.
We are looking for someone who:
- Will be committed to and passionate about ensuring the best outcomes for all of the children in our school
- Is proven to be a reflective leader who consistently seeks to develop themselves
- Has knowledge or a keen interest in ‘The Thrive Approach’ to social and emotional wellbeing
- Will contribute to our shared school vision and values
- Is able to inspire and motivate others, and has the management and leadership skills to lead a team
- Has high expectations, is able to hold others to account, is able to support and challenge others to achieve
- Is an outstanding teacher, able to model outstanding teaching to others and to coach them, ensuring that quality first teaching impacts positively on the outcomes of our vulnerable children
- Is able to build good relationships with others - staff, children, parents, external agencies
- Has excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
We can offer you:
- A friendly, supportive and professional team of staff
- The opportunity to play a key role in the strategic development of SEND provision
- Excellent mentoring and professional development
- The chance to lead and manage a team dedicated to inclusive education.
- The ability to work closely with parents, staff, and external agencies to make a real difference in children's lives.
- A school committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for all children, regardless of their needs.
- A well resourced, bright and engaging learning environment with excellent outdoor facilities
Application Procedure:
Visits to the schools are expected and warmly welcomed. Please arrange to visit us by contacting our school office on 01962 853889.
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.
