Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO)

We are seeking to appoint a talented, committed and highly-motivated individual to the post of Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO). The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the aims, values and ethos of London East Alternative Provision and a proven track record of delivering excellent outcomes for students with significant individual needs and whose previous experience of schooling has, for whatever reasons, not been wholly positive.

The successful candidate would ideally have: 

• Experience of developing and delivering programmes for pupils with SEN 
• An understanding of methods and good practice in reviewing and evaluating teaching & learning 
• Evidence of knowledge and understanding of effective record keeping, and its use to promote the educational and personal development of all children within an Alternative Provision 
• An understanding of national developments in the area of social inclusion and SEN 
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum, including Programmes of Study and national strategies related to teaching pupils with SEN 
• Knowledge of a range of accreditation available to students 
• An understanding of behaviour management strategies 
• Ability to build effective working relationships with a range of partners and stakeholders. 
• Ability to motivate colleagues and pupils through a positive and professional attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing 
• Ability to use key aspects of ICT to present data
• Excellent behaviour management skills based on a firm but empathetic approach with pupils.

An application form is available to download from the London East Alternative Provision website: http://www.londoneastap.org.uk

(Please note, all applicants must complete the downloadable application form)

All completed forms should be emailed directly to jane.chambers@londoneastap.org.uk, the Interim School Business Manager, by 12 noon on Thursday 11th January 2018

- Closing date for applications : Thursday 11th January 2018 (12 noon)

- Shortlisting of applications: Monday 15th January 2018 (12 noon)

- Interviews: Friday 19th January 2018 (all day)

For further details/ information, to have a conversation regarding the post or to arrange a visit to the meet the Headteacher, please do contact the Jane Chambers on 020 7791 7720.

London East Alternative Provision is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to undergo safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure.