SENCO
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SENCO
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £42,000 per annum
Location: Tamworth
Benefits
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount Scheme
About the School
Located in Tamworth, Sutherland Hall School has a proposed capacity of up to 78 pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Our school will form part of the Polaris Community, which has been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We're incredibly proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
Determine the strategic development of the school's special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision
Help design and deliver additional interventions to reduce attainment gaps
Assess and monitor pupils' progress in line with their EHCPs
Coordinate, lead, oversee and prepare annual reviews
Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Attend multi-agency meetings and lead on Early Help
Hold the designated teacher position for looked-after children and attend relevant meetings
Liaise with the Headteacher, tutor, class teachers and parents to support individual learning plans
Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and the coordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
Maintain accurate records
Support colleagues in developing effective teaching programmes and positive behaviour management techniques for individual children
Work closely with the tutor to ensure that appropriate professionals are involved in supporting pupils' development and mental health needs
Be aware of the provision available through the Local Offer
Work with early years providers, other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals, and other external agencies
Act as a key point of contact for external agencies, particularly the local authority
Analyse assessment data for pupils with SEN or a disability
Implement and lead intervention groups for pupils with SEN and evaluate their effectiveness
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careers portal
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Hold the National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or be willing to complete the National Professional Qualification for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (NPQ for SENCOs)
Previous involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
Previous experience of teaching in an autism / SEMH school
Experience of delivering training and leading INSET
Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
Be committed to professional development and willing to learn
What We Offer
A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody, you included!
A commitment to supporting your development and helping you acquire new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
An opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision
A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
The opportunity to be part of an exciting journey as a new school grows
The opportunity to be part of a passionate, diverse and motivated team where the child is at the centre of everything we do
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
PandoLogic. Category:Education, Keywords:Special Education Teacher, Location:Tamworth, ENG-B79 7EE
SENCO
Contract: Full Time, Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £42,000 per annum
Location: Tamworth
Benefits
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Employee Discount Scheme
About the School
Located in Tamworth, Sutherland Hall School has a proposed capacity of up to 78 pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
Our school will form part of the Polaris Community, which has been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years, alongside our growing portfolio of schools across the UK. We're incredibly proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
Determine the strategic development of the school's special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision
Help design and deliver additional interventions to reduce attainment gaps
Assess and monitor pupils' progress in line with their EHCPs
Coordinate, lead, oversee and prepare annual reviews
Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Attend multi-agency meetings and lead on Early Help
Hold the designated teacher position for looked-after children and attend relevant meetings
Liaise with the Headteacher, tutor, class teachers and parents to support individual learning plans
Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and the coordination of specific provision to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
Maintain accurate records
Support colleagues in developing effective teaching programmes and positive behaviour management techniques for individual children
Work closely with the tutor to ensure that appropriate professionals are involved in supporting pupils' development and mental health needs
Be aware of the provision available through the Local Offer
Work with early years providers, other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals, and other external agencies
Act as a key point of contact for external agencies, particularly the local authority
Analyse assessment data for pupils with SEN or a disability
Implement and lead intervention groups for pupils with SEN and evaluate their effectiveness
Click apply now to view the full list of responsibilities on our careers portal
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
Hold the National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or be willing to complete the National Professional Qualification for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinators (NPQ for SENCOs)
Previous involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
Previous experience of teaching in an autism / SEMH school
Experience of delivering training and leading INSET
Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
Be committed to professional development and willing to learn
What We Offer
A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody, you included!
A commitment to supporting your development and helping you acquire new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
An opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision
A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
The opportunity to be part of an exciting journey as a new school grows
The opportunity to be part of a passionate, diverse and motivated team where the child is at the centre of everything we do
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
PandoLogic. Category:Education, Keywords:Special Education Teacher, Location:Tamworth, ENG-B79 7EE