Part Time SENDCO

Required from September 2020

The Role

Inspired Learning Group (ILG) a growing group of independent preparatory schools and nurseries are looking to recruit an experienced Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENDCO) at Warlingham Park School, based in Warlingham, Surrey.  

SENDCO will be expected to attend all IEP meetings and complete all tasks necessary to the role and to the effective running of the school as directed by the Headteacher.   The role analysis is not a complete and final outline of responsibilities.  The role will vary according to the changing needs and student population within the school and will be reviewed annually.

This is a fixed term opportunity until 31 August 2021 working 1 day a week, 8 hours per week – to be reviewed April 2021. Remuneration for this post is in accordance with the Inspired Learning Group Pay Scale. 

Person Specifications

• At least one year’s experience working as a SENDCO within a school.

• Qualified Teacher Status

• A commitment to work within a small school environment.

• A commitment to lead and promote SEND within the school.

• An ability to work with successfully parents and communicate effectively. Detailed knowledge of SEND Code of Practise

• Detailed knowledge of different types of educational and physical needs encountered in the

• Primary School environment

• Detailed knowledge of strategies used in meeting these needs

• Detailed knowledge of the referral system for liaising with outside professional and professional bodies, including CAMHS, Early Help, Brent Educational Psychologists and Occupational and Speech Therapists.

At Warlingham Park School we can offer 

- A fun, supportive and creative team to work with

- Competitive salary

- Further on the job training 

- Day to day support from a strong management team

- Career progression for those who show the right potential as our business grows.

The School

Warlingham Park School is a co-educational independent school for children aged 2-11 years, which provides a broad and balanced education within a unique setting. With its unique surroundings we offer additional opportunities to inspire, challenge and motivate learning which includes outdoor cross curricular learning within its Forest School. The combination of this special education and unique setting means children leave the school equipped for the future as confident individuals with a passion for learning and a host of treasured memories.

School Vision: 

At Warlingham Park School we are committed to giving all children the opportunity to develop their own individual talents within a supportive environment that promotes excellence in learning and exceptional behaviour from all its pupils.

We embrace a broad and challenging curriculum that incorporates new educational ideas and technology whilst still focusing on building solid academic success in literacy and numeracy.

Workshops, trips, specially organised days and visits to other independent and local schools ensure that every school day is varied and stimulating.

We pride ourselves on our green and open surroundings that inspire, challenge and motivate our children to learn.  We encourage them to achieve beyond their expectations by building confidence and promoting effort and pride in everything they do. Our children are happy, rounded and articulate individuals who are ready to meet the challenges of secondary education.

Safeguarding

Warlingham Park School, part of Inspired Learning Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment, applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service.

The protection of our students’ welfare is the responsibility of all Inspired Learning Groups staff and individuals are expected to conduct themselves in a way that reflects the principles of our organisation.

Application Process

If you have a passion for teaching and you want to further your experience with the possibility of promotion and working your way up in a thriving company, please apply now!

Applications should be received no later than Wednesday 10 June 2020, 23:59. Interviews will be held shortly after, but may be earlier. Please note that due to the COVID-19 situation, our school buildings are currently partially closed and the interview process is likely to take place virtually.