SENCo

From January 2017 

Full time, Permanent 

MPS/UPS + £9000 allowance, Health Cash Plan and Benefits package   

Merchants’ Academy is a 3-18 Academy sponsored by the Society of Merchant Venturers and the University of Bristol.  The Academy is well resourced and staff and their development is a priority. 

Applications are invited from high quality candidates to join an enthusiastic and dedicated team at Merchants’ Academy as SENCo. This is an exciting time to join us as the Academy grows and standards rise.  You will have specific responsibilities including the day to day running of the SEND Team, and leading the development of provision for students with additional learning needs across both the secondary and primary phases of the Academy 

We are seeking an inspirational teacher who is committed to raising the attainment and aspirations of our students. In return you will join a first class staff team and have every opportunity to further your professional development and career. 

Candidates for this post should be: 

· inspiring and able to motivate and challenge students to make rapid progress. 

· able to establish strong relationships and have excellent interpersonal skills. 

· bold, optimistic and tenacious in setting and achieving high standards.   

Closing date: 17.00 Friday 27th October 2017, interviews will be held on Tuesday 31st October 2017.   

Merchants’ Academy is part of Venturers Trust and is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all staff.