SENCO/Inclusion Manager

Drew Primary are looking to appoint a SENCO/Inclusion Manager to join us in providing creative and challenging experiences for our children. We are looking for someone outstanding who will be able to help manage and lead the school’s development through effective inclusion for all pupils including those with Special Educational Needs.  SENCO qualifications are not essential but desirable.  Depending on qualifications and experience there will also be an opportunity for the candidate to join us as an assistant head, with further responsibilities being discussed with the successful applicant.

The enthusiastic and motivated candidate will have high expectations for all children and be committed to the school's ethos of teaching through collaboration.  They will hold themselves to a high standard and seek to further their own development by engaging in the training and opportunities Drew Primary has to offer.  As well as what is offered directly from the school, candidates are well placed to take advantage of the opportunities available from being part of the dynamic and growing multi academy Learning in Harmony Trust.  

Drew Primary serves a vibrant, multicultural and exciting community.  It is a two form entry school educating children from Nursery to Year6, with a commitment to inclusion.

The school is located near City Airport and therefore is well situated for links with public transport as well as being easily accessible by bicycle with ample bike parking on site.

Visits to the school are welcome and encouraged by the Headteacher, please contact the school office to arrange this.

The enthusiastic and motivated candidate will:

• have high expectations for all children and be committed to the school's ethos.

• have demonstrable previous experience as an outstanding classroom practitioner across the primary phase.

• strong evidence of effective strategic planning and self-evaluation skills to deliver school improvement.

• the ability to engage with and motivate staff, learners and parents alike.

• a commitment to developing the best practice within an inclusive and multi-cultural setting.

• experience in taking a leading role in the development of a significant area of school improvement.

• be eager to work as part of a Senior Leadership Team dedicated to the continuous raising of standards and achievement.

• be committed to school improvement and to ensuring that all children reach their full potential.

Drew Primary offers candidates:

• a senior leadership team focused on your wellbeing

• an enthusiastic and motivated staff teama welcoming and supportive environmentexcellent professional development opportunities within the school and across the trustenthused pupils who are focused on learning

• a Governing  Body that is committed to making a difference

• incentives available from being part of our multi academy trust such as Perkbox (a way of getting offers and discounts on services as well as goods), the School Advisory Service (which offers medical services for yourself and family) as well as schemes such as ‘cycle to work’ and ‘gym.’

Application Closing Date: Tuesday 10th October 2017

Shortlisting will take place & successfull candiates notified by: Friday 13th October 2017

Interview: Monday 16th October 2017

Drew Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all employees to share this commitment. All applications should read the school's safeguarding policy, which is available on our website, and are required to declare any information as requested on the application form. Enhanced disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) in the UK and a local police certificate will be requested for the successful candidate.