SEND Co-ordinator

SEND Co-ordinator 

37 hours, Term Time Only (plus 10 days)

Scale 5-6 (points 12 - 22).

Actual Salary: £21,229 - £25,513 per annum

Trinity Academy Grammar joined the Trinity Multi-Academy Trust in October 2018 and is now recognised under the body of world class schools. Working closely with outstanding leaders from across the trust, the academy is characterised by its high aspirations and ambitions. Targeted and effective support systems have been implemented in order to create an environment where our students experience an outstanding education with no limit to what they can achieve.

GCSE results are a validation of the work we have undertaken to transform the academy and the results mean the academy is now recognised as one of the most improved schools in the country. As a result, this is a truly exciting time for the academy. We are determined to build on our success, increasing student numbers and constantly striving to serve our students better.

All of these fantastic and exciting initiatives require the expertise and commitment of dedicated staff and Trinity Academy Grammar now wishes to appoint a SEND Co-ordinator, who under the direction of the SEND leadership will be responsible for the co-ordination and administrative processes across the SEND provision including:

• Monitoring SEND data

• Management of the EHC Plans and Annual Reviews

• Supporting SEND transition processes and systems

• Organising SEND Parental Consultation Evenings (PCEs)

• Management of Teaching Assistant timetables in cases of staff absence

SEND sits at the heart of what we do. Our approach is routed in the belief every child can excel and this position is essential in helping us release our vision. 

The successful candidate will join a large and extensive SEND team which now includes the following positions:

• Senior Leader with responsibility for our SEND provision  

• SENCO and Deputy SENCO 

• Dedicated teacher with SEND responsibility

• Dedicated classroom support including Learning Mentors, Teaching Assistants and Curriculum Tutors

What we are looking for:

Experience or understanding of SEND is not required, but we do require:

• 5 GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade C or above (or equivalent)

• evidence of experience in an office or administration role 

• experience of working in a busy organisation and dealing with confidential matters

• able to prioritise work and to manage work to meet tight deadlines  

What can we offer you?

• Actual salary of £21,229 - £25,513 per annum, working just 40 weeks of the year with 12 weeks of leave

• An opportunity to help shape the transformation of Trinity Academy Grammar

• Full support from a dedicated team of senior leaders and a large support team

• Career progression and cross-trust working 

• A range of staff benefits, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme, Electric Car Scheme, reduced-cost health cover and access to the Local Government pension scheme.

You must be fully committed to optimising the opportunities that are available to children and young people, secure in the knowledge that you will be joining an ambitious forward-thinking Academy Trust that sets the standards for our family of schools and academies.

Our vision is to be the most transformational academy in England. If you would like to be part of our journey we look forward to hearing from you. 

Start Date: As soon as possible

Closing Date: 9am Monday 12 December 2022

Interviews: Thursday 15 December 2022

For more information on the academy, and to apply for this role, please visit www.trinitymat.org/all-vacancies  

Trinity Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer and want our staff profile to reflect the community we serve.