SENCo

SENCO – Full Time 

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced, empathetic, innovative and qualified SENCO to join and lead a thriving SEN department at Riverston School. Our core purpose is to offer beskpoke learning and care to all students  so as to improve student outcomes and  enrich lives outside of the classroom.  Riverston are now accepting applications for this full time, permanent SENCo role. The successful candidate will be responsible for the academic, pastoral development and well-being of all students with an SEN or Disability related need.  

A core responsiblility will be supporting  the implementation of the SEND policy and associated legal requirements across the whole school. The applicant will have an in-depth knowledge of the SEN Code of Practice 2014 and the end to end EHCP process. As the SENCO, you will be responsible for maintaining the relationships with parents, teachers and external contacts to ensure the steady progress of pupils, reviewing paperwork and chairing EHCP meetings with local authorities in attendance, and managing and monitoring the therapeutic intervention being delivered to ensure that the provision is of a consistently high standard. Experience of the SENDIST process is essential and candidates will be required to attend Tribunals when requested. 

This post would suit somebody who is an experienced and fully qualified SENDCo or someone who is currently completing their NASENCO. They should demonstrate a commitment to collaboration as they will work with the Director of SEND, our Leadership Team as well as the wider school community. Together, you will help to steer the growth of our school’s SEND Support to ensure our provision is outstanding in all areas. 

Ideally you will have gained the NASENCO qualification, and should also demonstrate an understanding of outstanding classroom practice across the school ability range from Year 7 upwards. You will also teach some lessons per week (loading to be confirmed).   

If you are highly committed, motivated and a passionate practitioner with we would like to hear from you. 

Riverston School is looking for a successful candidate will is: 

• QTS status   
• Supporting the management of all Learning Support Assistants  
• A confident team worker  who will work alongside the various subject teachers An outstanding teacher, with a range of experience working with children with complex needs. 
• Committed to developing their own specialist knowledge and has an excellent understanding of how children learn 
• Passionate about promoting inclusion across the school to raise aspiration and achievement 
• Possess the NASENCO award 
• Flexible in their work ethic and willing to commit to be engaged in school life to the full. A team player. 
• Excellent at organisation and communication 
• A strong leader and committed to providing the highest standards of provision for SEND pupils. 
• Experienced in rigorous tracking and monitoring of children’s progress and working within the SEND Code of Practice. 
• An excellent communicator, with a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, governors, local authorities, external agencies and the community. 
• Experienced in managing and leading a committed team of enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants  
• Experienced in the SENDIST process and court proceedings 

Riverston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils and the successful applicant will need to obtain an enhanced disclosure via the DBS and have DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) clearance. References will be carefully checked. 

Salary will be commensurate to experience and qualification. 

Application Forms can be obtained from the school office by phoning Mrs Aldridge on 0208 318 4327