SENDCo

The Inclusive Education Trust (IET) is looking to appoint an enthusiastic SENDCo to provide the best education for students at Reigate Valley College (RVC), by ensuring they are supported, engaged and inspired in their learning. 

The successful candidate will have a passion for SEND and experience in supporting vulnerable children. A NASENCO qualification is desired, however we are happy to accept applications from those who are in the process of studying for the qualification.

Previous experience of working within the Alternative Provision sector is preferred but not essential. This role allows for remote/hybrid working, supporting campuses based in Reigate and Redhill, Surrey.

This is a permanent, part-time role, 0.6 FTE (working days to be agreed) to start April or September 2023. Salary is MPS - UPR3 Fringe: £17,600 - £26,951, plus SEN1 £1,430 and TLR 2.2 £2,625 (actual salary).

The successful candidate will be: 

• An outstanding practitioner and qualified (or in the process of studying) SENDCo.
• Has a sound knowledge of SEND code of practice
• Is self motivated and able operate independently 
• Passionate about inclusion and making sure all students gain an inspirational education. 
• An outstanding classroom practitioner  with high expectations of students’ achievement and
• behaviour who is committed to providing high quality learning for all young people.  
• Able to maintain and drive forward outstanding standards whilst meeting the needs of a very
• vulnerable group of students. 
• An excellent communicator, able to work inclusively with students, staff, parents and other
• stakeholders.
• Committed to working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Positive, honest, open and responsive to change with a good sense of humour.

As a Trust, IET offers staff the following benefits: -

• A competitive salary with SEN 1 plus TLR 2.2
• A chromebook
• 'Growing Great Staff' programme that enables you to flourish as a practitioner
• Weekly internal CPD and numerous external CPD opportunities
• Opportunities to work with colleagues across the Trust to share resources, ideas and build collaborative relationships
•  A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing and work/life balance
• Employee Assistance Programme and My Staff Benefits via SCC, Travel expenses and Pension Scheme
• Sociable and friendly staff
• Most importantly…free tea, coffee and biscuits!

If you are a ambitious SENDCo with a strong commitment to inclusive values; has drive and determination; has excellent interpersonal skills; is a proactive team player; has the ability to strengthen partnerships and most importantly is passionate to make a difference to the lives of vulnerable young people, then we would like to hear from you.

RVC forms part of a Multi Academy Trust under the Inclusive Education Trust (IET) which includes Wey Valley College and the Fordway Centre. Please see our school website, employee prospectus for further details about other schools in the Trust. 

Closing date is: Monday 20 February 2023 at 9am. 

Interview date: Wednesday 22nd February 2023

Visits to the school are welcome. If you would like to discuss this role further please contact Amy Smith (Director of Education) on 01737 249079. Email: asmith@ietmat.co.uk

IET is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects 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 Disclosing and Barring checks along with other relevant employee checks. 

Please note that candidates will only be considered for shortlisting on completion of an application form as we cannot accept CV's.