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Regional SEND Coordinator

Regional SEND Coordinator

OneSchool Global UK Knockloughrim Campus

Mid-Ulster

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Salary:
Leadership 3 to Leadership 8 dependent on experience
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2023
Apply by:
16 December 2022

Job overview

N.B: The role could be based at any of our 23 campuses within the region

OneSchool Global UK is part of the One School Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9,000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods such as Self-Directed Learning.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a well-qualified, exceptionally determined and skilled SEND professional to join our organisation as a Regional SEND Coordinator. You will be responsible for leading strategically on the Co-ordination, Provision and Outcomes of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across multiple campuses. This will include developing, implementing and auditing strategies to fully meet the needs of every student from Year 3 to Year 13 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities within the region, to ensure equal opportunities and consistently strong progress of all learners.

It is important that applicants applying possess a detailed knowledge of the Regulatory and Statutory requirements which govern SEND provision in the specified region, which in this case covers England.

On occasion, travel to other campuses in the region will be required which may include overnight stays. The role will support a group of campuses, including Scotland, Ireland, and some northern England campuses.

 

N.B. Visits to one of our campuses near you, prior to application are warmly welcomed so you can come and see for yourself what makes OneSchool Global UK such a special and unique place to work. Is this is of interest, please email katy.edwards@uk.oneschoolglobal.com and I will arrange this for you.

 

Key Responsibilities:

·      Through engagement with all campuses in the region, you will ensure and guide the quality of provision for all Registered students by identifying appropriate strategies for class teachers to employ in their differentiated student support

·      Ensure consistent implementation across all campuses in the region with regards to assessing, supporting, resourcing, documenting, reviewing and reporting, in line with the Assess, Plan, Do, Review approach.

·      Ensure that effective systems including Risk Assessments are in place in regional Campuses to identify and meet the needs of all students with SEND

·      Plan and deliver training regionally and nationally, as part of a team of four Regional SENCOs

·      Support the EHCP/statement  process in our campuses.

·      Liaise closely with parents of students with EHC Plans, and other external agencies, to maintain effective partnerships. Both directly and through the campus teams.

·      Monitor, record and evaluate the impact of effective interventions in Campuses

·      Identify and support the professional development needs of staff working to support students with additional learning needs

·      Advise the Learning Support Governors

 

You will:

·      Have a teaching qualification

·      Possess an accredited Postgraduate SEND or NASENCo qualification

·      Possess a further qualification, or wealth of experience in SEND (such as SpLD, Autism Spectrum Condition, PMLD) and Teaching & Learning Strategies

·      Be able to formulate and deliver high quality feedback and coaching to teachers and leaders

·      Possess Excellent planning, co-ordination, time management and organisational skills including assessing risk elements to students

·      Possess a willingness to be challenged and be able to take on the views of others

·      Be sensitive to the needs of all individuals with tact, decorum and diplomacy

·      Be approachable and enthusiastic in helping support both staff and students

·      Must be willing to attend all OneSchool UK regional and central professional training events

·      Must be willing to complete required JCQ Recognised Level 7 course

·      Respect the schools Ethos and Values of our school

 

We offer:

·      Supportive staff, Trustees and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals

·      Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning

·      Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students

·      The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students

·      A competitive salary including a staff laptop, Car Allowance and Teachers Pension Contributions

·      Professional support from OneSchool Global UK to continually progress and develop your career with through our unique Teacher Training Academy - equivalent to 100 hours per academic year

 

For further information contact

katy.edwards@uk.oneschoolglobal.com

 

Closing date for application forms:  Friday 16th December

Interviews will be held : week commencing 2nd January 2023

 

OneSchool Global UK is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

 

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About OneSchool Global UK Knockloughrim Campus

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OneSchool Global UK Knockloughrim Campus has been established since 1995 and moved to the current location in September 2010 having been previously located at Hydepark Road, Newtownabbey where it was known as Hydepark Study Centre. It has pursued a programme of continual development and improvement, resulting in a well-proven centre of educational achievement. It has a strongly Christian ethos.

As a registered school and exam centre, it gives students the opportunity to fulfil their potential with a high standard of learning being reflected in nationally accredited exam results. Special educational needs are specifically provided for by specialist staff using accepted therapies.

Why should I work at OneSchool Global UK Knockloughrim Campus?

  • Location - OneSchool Global UK Knockloughrim Campus  is situated just outside Knockloughrim in the scenic quiet countryside.  It has excellent motorway access from all directions.  Situated between Belfast and Derry.
  • Small class sizes and excellent behaviour allows for an outstanding teacher to be at their most creative in lessons, pushing boundaries for our learners.
  • Digital learning and the cutting edge of teaching with use of Canvas, VC teaching, use of Zoom, OneSchool pedagogy, and much more. This all allows staff to grow and stay at the front of their profession.
  • CPD - great opportunities to develop professionally with the expertise provided by Teacher Academy.

Focus Learning Trust was established as a registered charity in 2003 for the advancement of education, primarily providing leadership and support to its network of 23 UK, non-selective, independent schools which are registered as schools with a religious character, following the national curriculum.

We are part of the OneSchool Global network – one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods.

In April 2019, the entire OneSchool entity rebranded globally, hence our new look and our name change from Focus School to OneSchool Global UK. This better reflects our teaching and learning strategy and makes us truly one global school.

Campus Principal: Mr Kris McClelland

Number of Campus Staff: 11

Number of Students: 80

Vision & Values:

“A global education ecosystem that develops life-ready students who learn how to learn.”

In coming to this school each student, parent and staff member shall uphold the values of the School:

  • Integrity - uprightness and honesty;
  • Care and Compassion – kindness, consideration and generosity to the whole community;
  • Respect – for all people, property, opinions and those in authority;
  • Responsibility – for our actions, progress and the environment;
  • Commitment – to self-discipline and the pursuit of excellence.

Our Campus Prospectus and latest Inspection Report can be downloaded from the links lower down the page.

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