Lead Practitioner for SEND

The Trust is seeking to appoint a Lead Practitioner for SEND to join the growing staffing body at Bluecoat Trent Academy. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable, approachable and passionate about supporting the SENDCo to lead the SEND provision across the academy.

The salary will be depending on qualification's as listed, below:

Teaching - Full Time, Permanent - Salary: MPS/UPS plus, SEND allowance.

Support - Full Time, Permanent (term-time only) Salary: Grade 10, Points 28 – 32, £34,723 - £38,295 (FTE) Actual Salary: £29,733 - £32,792 per annum.

This is an exciting time to joining Bluecoat Trent Academy as we prepare to move into our permanent accommodation and introduce our first Key Stage 4 provision. The post-holder will work alongside our SENDCo and play a key part is setting up the SEND classrooms and intervention spaces as well as supporting the wider staffing body with the delivery of our bespoke Focus Provision offer. It will be crucial to engage with key stakeholders in the community following the move so the Lead Practitioner for SEND will work closely with primary schools and support transition.

The schools is also researching the possibility of an internal Alternative Provision. The right candidate could be involved in exploring the feasibility and design of this.

It is likely that the post-holder will deputise for the SENDCo at times therefore a robust programme of CPL will be provided to enable our staff to reach their potential. Collaboration is of high importance within the Trust and the SEND department therefore strong communication skills and teamwork will be essential.

The successful candidate will be committed to the students and academy life and will possess the ability to communicate effectively and be able to raise the standards of learning for all of the students with whom they are required to work.

The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.

In return, we can offer:

• Archway benefits, to include shopping discounts and competitions.
• A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice.
• Access to Teachers’ Pensions / Generous pension scheme
• Access to discounted travel scheme.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Comprehensive training and support.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Free flu vaccine.
• Access to e-learning and development.

How to find out more

For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit our website via the apply button.

We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role.

Closing date: 9.00am on Friday 17th May 2024.

Interview date: Wednesday 22nd May 2024.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.