SENCO

Daubeney and Sebright Federation are seeking to recruit a SENCo.
Primarily to be based at Daubeney , our three form entry school. This position is full time and non-class based.

This position provides an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to lead the schools provision for students with special educational needs and for disabilities.

The SENCo will be a member of our middle leadership team. The school welcomes applications from both experienced SENCos and those wishing to specialise in this area.
 
We have high expectations and offer a warm and supportive environment to our staff. We believe that the staff are our most valuable resource and look after them well.

We like to develop our teachers in a learning community across our schools and offer high quality training to all of our staff.

You will need to demonstrate:

• A thorough knowledge of the SEND code of practice
• Outstanding teaching, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills and an ability to work as part of a team
• An ability to coach, mentor and lead others
• Skills in working with  range of different abilities and needs
• The ability to liaise with external agencies and parents
• Understand that learning can be fun

In return, we offer:

• A supportive and welcoming community of pupils and staff
• A genuine opportunity to lead and make a difference
• A positive learning environment to grow and work in both in your appointed school and across our other schools.
• A senior leadership team who care for and value their staff
• Access to high quality professional development
• A happy place to work

If you like the sound of us then we would like to meet you.
Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced Criminal Record Check via DBS. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all members of staff to share this commitment.

To arrange a visit at Daubeney please contact Mrs Jones on 020 8985 4380 (cjones@daubeney.hackney.sch.uk ).
Please forward to your application to dcouldridge@sebright.hackney.sch.uk

The Daubeney and Sebright Federation are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All Daubeney & Sebright Federation and Lauriston posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Closing date:  Friday 3rd February 2017
Interview date:        To be advised