SENDCo

TLR 1.2 (FTE £10,200 pa)
(Full time/0.8 might be considered)
January 2022 or earlier

We are looking to appoint a committed and compassionate member of staff to take a lead role in the co-ordination of SEND provision at Hinchley Wood School.

We want to continue to build our expertise so we can fully cater for the needs of every student in our warm and welcoming community, and you will work as part of a SEND leadership team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic, innovative and ambitious practitioner to play a key role in the development of the school and make a significant impact on the life chances of our students. Exact responsibilities will be negotiated with the successful candidate. We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience of working within an inclusive team and a good understanding of the needs of SEND students and their parents.
• An excellent working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and current SEND legislation.
• Appropriate specialist qualifications in SEND / National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination, or be prepared to work towards this within 2 years of appointment.
• Experience of completing SEND assessments and pastoral plans.
• Successful teaching experience in the area of SEND/EAL/Literacy/ASC/BESD and the ability to deliver specialist training support to colleagues.
• A proven track record in raising attainment and accelerating progress.
• Excellent organisational, administrative, communication and interpersonal skills.

We offer:

• A competitive salary - London Fringe Pay Scale plus TLR 1.2.
• Two week Autumn half term and a minimum two week break over the Christmas period.
• Friday afternoon non-contact time.
• Priority admissions criteria for children of staff (see application pack).
• interest free travel/relocation loan.
• cycle to work scheme and on site gym.
• professional development support and an extensive CPD programme.

Hinchley Wood School is an inclusive and high achieving school on the borders of SW London, celebrating student progress and development as well as academic achievement. We are an oversubscribed co-educational academy, with over 1,400 students on roll including 290 in our 6th form; and one of the top 200 performing schools in England and Wales in terms of the progress our students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSEs.

If you would like to discuss this role prior to application please call HR on 020 8398 7161 or email: hmorey@hinchleywoodschool.co.uk Application packs giving information about the role, department, school and how to apply can be downloaded here or from our website: http://www.hinchleywoodschool.co.uk/243/vacancies

Latest closing date for applications: Monday 5 July 2021 (9 am)

Early enquiries and applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to shortlist, appoint and interview prior to the closing date.

Hinchley Wood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The position advertised is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.