SENCo

We are looking for a talented and committed SENCO to lead the Learning Support Department at our senior site.   

You will be responsible for supporting students across the school that need extra assistance, taking responsibility for the day to day high quality in-class and intervention support for SEN students, enabling them to make good progress in their learning.  

Candidates should have the National award for Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator, working towards or be willing to begin study for the qualification.

The successful applicant will:

• Make a valuable contribution to the provision of high quality teaching and learning.  

• Raise the standards of SEN pupils throughout the school 

• Have a passion for providing a curriculum for all children to succeed 

• Be able to work effectively within a supportive, committed and successful team  

• Have high aspirations for themselves and a commitment to further professional development. 

The following teaching specialisms will be an advantage when applying: Maths, Science, Food Technology, RE, Geography. 

Alderwood is an OFSTED rated ‘GOOD’ all-through 4 – 16 school based on 3 sites, which opens up lots of exciting opportunities for the successful candidate. If you are a great teacher with an interest in 4-16 development, then this is the school for you!

If you require further information about the role please contact Rebecca Parrett, Head of School on 01252 343723.

Alderwood School and Hampshire County Council 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.

For an application form please visit our website www.alderwood.hants.sch.uk. If you wish to visit our school prior to submitting an application please contact Miss G Yates, PA on 01252 343723 to arrange an appointment.

Closing date: 12 noon, Friday 6th March 2020