SENCO (Aspiring to Assistant Head)

Leaways school provides a safe learning environment for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health difficulties including autism and an EHC Plan. We also have a separate specialist area to support young people on the autistic spectrum (ASC) and a Primary unit taking children from 7 years old.  We aim to offer as close to a mainstream experience as possible but provide the additional care and support needed around each young person to enable them to thrive. Our mission aims to engage children and young people by: Rewarding positive achievement, behaviour and academic success;

Providing children and young people with essential life skills in preparation for adulthood Create and maintain transparent relationships with children and young people, parents and professionals.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• SENCO, including AR

• Safeguarding DSL

• Designated person for CLA and PCLA

• Impact of interventions

• Leading SEN training and meetings

• Effective liaison with clinical teams

We are keen to hear from candidates with a SENCO qualification, however, we are willing to support candidates in obtaining this.

In return we offer a competitive salary and benefits, ongoing opportunities for continued professional development and training, a friendly, passionate and committed team of colleagues and access to employee perks, including cycle to work scheme, discounts on shopping and cinema tickets, birthday treats, employee of the month award and enhanced pension contributions for qualified teaching staff.

We would love to hear from you if you feel that you meet the requirements for the role and share our passion and commitment to developing confident and capable young people by meeting their educational, health and social care needs in structured, nurturing school and home provisions.

Kedleston Group Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

QUERIES 

If you have any queries on any aspect of the application process please contact careers@kedlestongroup.com or call 0203 855 4151.

We look forward to receiving your application.