SENCO/Inclusion Leader
Writhlington School
Bath and North East Somerset
- Expired
- Salary:
- Leadership Scale Point 5 to 9 (£43,454 to £47,967)
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2018
- Apply by:
- 15 January 2018
Job overview
‘A school where leaders and teachers have created a positive learning environment which makes a strong contribution to pupils’ confidence and enjoyment of school – Pupils’ personal development is enhanced by the extensive programme of extra-curricular opportunities available to them’ – Ofsted
SENDCO/Inclusion Teacher
Required from September 2018
Leadership Scale Point 5 to 9 (£43,454 to £47,967)
Do you have a proven track record of successful leadership? Are you known for your positivity and determination? Are you a solution focussed, creative thinker?
An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead the school’s SEND and Inclusion Department which has just undergone a period of strategic change. We are looking for a leader with a clear vision and strong sense of moral purpose who is passionate about providing the very best teaching and learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom for our most vulnerable students.
You will be committed to improving not only students’ academic attainment but also their independence, behaviour, self-confidence and self-esteem.
Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will be advising on best practice in SEND education and will have responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of provision across the school.
Dedicated to developing staff, the provision of high quality teaching and learning will be at the heart of your practice.
Dragonfly Multi Academy Trust (MAT) incorporates Mendip Studio School, Writhlington School, a Sixth Form and Peasedown St John Primary School. With the exception of the Primary School, all are located on a large modern state of the art campus that benefits from exceptional media facilities, a 400-seat theatre and a Community Sports Centre. All students and teachers have their own iPad for use in school and at home to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
New staff ideas are encouraged and there are endless opportunities to lead and to contribute to its wide range of extra-curricular activities: a large Combined Cadet Force, international links with China, Tanzania & Rwanda that support the 14-19 curriculum and an internationally recognised orchid project.
If you would like to work in a collaborative, forward-thinking and supportive school environment, apply by 9.00 am, Monday 15 January 2018.
If you are selected for interview, you will be required to complete an online psychometric test (this will take approximately 30 minutes) prior to the interview day.
Download a full job description and application form at: http://www.writhlington.org.uk/contact/job-vacancies/
Tel: 01761 433581
Writhlington School, Knobsbury Lane, Radstock, Bath BA3 3NQ
Dragonfly Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS with a check against the Barred list is required for the successful candidate.
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About Writhlington School
- Writhlington School
- Knobsbury Lane, Writhlington, Radstock, Bath
- Somerset
- BA3 3NQ
- United Kingdom
Creating Opportunity Inspiring Achievement
‘A school where leaders and teachers have created a positive learning environment which makes a strong contribution to pupils’ confidence and enjoyment of school – Pupils’ personal development is enhanced by the extensive programme of extra-curricular opportunities available to them’ - Ofsted
Our philosophy is simple, we believe that with the right support, guidance, provision and challenge all children are capable of achieving greatness in whatever field they choose.
The Leadership team and teaching staff is focussed on raising the expectations of pupils, through consistently well planned and delivered lessons, tracking of individual pupil progress and structured feedback.
The teaching, leadership and pastoral support across the schools means that our students get the benefit of the shared facilities and curriculum opportunities.
Teaching Excellence
The Trust places Quality First Teaching as one of its core values. The pursuit of teaching excellence on a daily basis is a fundamental requirement in all of its schools.
Our key focus is the development of a series of learning ‘essentials’, these are:
- challenge for all students at all times to exceed what they think they can achieve
- raising expectations of everyone involved in learning: students, parents, teachers and support staff
- marking and feedback that promotes and enhances learning
We pride ourselves in employing staff that are leaders in their field or have the potential to be so. Staff are expected to continue to focus on developing their practice through numerous CPD opportunities, both internal and external, and where best practice is identified, to share it with colleagues.
We are committed to continually learn and improve our practice each and every day through collegiate working.
Our staff are our greatest asset and we aim to create a workplace where everyone can give their best.
Why choose us?
We have an outstanding state-of-the-art campus that is equipped with modern technology to make your working environment a pleasant and inspiring place to be.
You will be encouraged to develop professionally through an extensive in-house CPD programme and this can include external training.
Any new approach you have to improve the outcomes for our students and the school will be welcomed.
You’ll have the opportunity to join our wide range of extra-curricular activities:
- A large Combined Cadet Force with Army and Navy sections
- An internationally recognised orchid project
- An amazing array of sports and incredible sports facilities
- International exchange links with China, Tanzania, Burundi & Rwanda that support the 14-19 curriculum
- Trips to Europe, USA, Africa, China
- Theatre workshops as well as special touring workshops for children ages 10-18
We continually strive for high levels of staff performance by offering support and working collaboratively to achieve the best for our students.
Thank you for taking the time to read about working with us.
Further details can be found on the following links:
https://www.writhlington.org.uk/
https://www.midsomernortonschoolspartnership.com/
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