Associate Assistant Headteacher - SENDCo

The Role 

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Strategic Leadership Team at Torquay Girls’ Grammar School (TGGS) as our SENDCo. 

We are looking for an experienced professional who can lead the strategic direction and development of SEND policy and provision, ensuring that TGGS is an inclusive environment where students with SEN or a disability can thrive and achieve expected outcomes. The SENDCo will lead a wider team with enthusiasm and commitment and will support staff to deliver high quality and adaptative teaching in line with the SEND Code of Practice in our outstanding school. In return, you will benefit from working within a forward thinking, creative and dynamic strategic leadership team providing you with whole school experience and opportunities to develop your career.  

Ideally you will already hold the National Award in Special Educational Needs Coordination (NASENCo), however, support to achieve this qualification will be given to the right candidate. 

This position involves a teaching responsibility with 20 periods over a fortnight and the successful candidate will be a full member of the SLT with Associate Assistant Headteacher responsibilities. 

To Apply 

Please complete the TES application form via the ‘Quick Apply’ button below, including in your supporting statement why you are the best candidate for the role along with describing your skills and experience. 

The deadline for applications is 9am, Friday 27th January 2023 with interviews provisionally scheduled for the following week. 

Visits to the school are encouraged, please contact Mrs Rumbelow, Headteacher's PA, via email to arrange: lrumbelow@tggsacademy.org 

TGGS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be taken up for all shortlisted applicants, and the successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and other employment checks.