SEND Coordinator

OneSchool Global UK is part of the One School Global network, one of the most extensive and progressive networks of schools and educational support services in the world. With schools in 20 countries worldwide, our 9,000 students are benefiting from the amazing results of global collaboration and cutting-edge educational methods such as Self-Directed Learning. 

Our small and friendly team at our Ridgeway Campus are looking to recruit an experienced and well-qualified SENDCo to join the team on a part-time (0.5 FTE), permanent basis. You will be responsible for the strategic development of the school's Special Educational Needs (SEN) provision and oversight of the day-to-day operation of that policy with the aim of raising SEN pupil achievement.

Our schools offer achievement, opportunity and professional challenge to our students within a supportive environment. The students have a passion and desire to excel in learning. We are looking for conscientious and hard-working individuals who are passionate about education, pay meticulous attention to detail and who wish to maintain our environment to the highest standard. Our goal is to become a leading-edge school in every aspect.

N.B. Visits prior to application are warmly welcomed so you can come and see for yourself what makes OneSchool Global UK such a special and unique place to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Put provisions in place to ensure that progress of pupils with SEN is good or better

• Ensure that the school carries out its statutory responsibilities regarding all students with an EHCP

• Support all staff in understanding the needs of SEND pupils and monitor progress towards targets for pupils with SEND

• Liaise with staff, parents and external agencies to co-ordinate their contribution, provide maximum support and ensure continuity of provision

• Support the identification of and disseminate the most effective teaching approaches for individual pupils with SEND through close liaison with staff, parents and external agencies

• Work with staff to develop effective ways of bridging barriers to learning through; assessment of needs, monitoring of teaching quality and pupil achievement, target setting, IEPs or Provision Maps 

• Provide professional guidance to staff to secure good teaching for SEND pupils, through both written guidance and meetings

• Lead on the performance management process for Support Assistants 

• Provide regular information to the head teacher and trustees on the evaluation of SEND provision.

• Maintain and develop resources, co-ordinate their deployment and monitor their effectiveness in meeting the objectives of school and SEND related policies

You will: 

• Have Qualified Teacher Status 

• Possess the NASENCo Qualification

• Possess a sound understanding of SEND policies and procedures

• Be reliable and experienced in leading and supporting other members within the team on SEND

• Have a knowledge, understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students 

• Be an innovative, flexible and reflective practitioner who is keen to learn

• Respect and promote the schools Ethos and Values

We offer:

• Supportive staff, Trustees and an involved community who are committed to school improvement, who will work with you to achieve your goals

• Students who are enthusiastic and highly motivated with a love of learning

• Excellent premises and well-equipped classrooms providing a modern and technologically advanced learning environment for students 

• The opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our students

• A competitive salary (including a staff laptop) and Teachers Pension Contributions

• Professional support from OneSchool Global UK to continually progress and develop your career with through our unique Teacher Training Academy - equivalent to 100 hours per academic year

For further information relating to the Campus, or for more information about OneSchool Global UK please visit: http://www.oneschoolglobal.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

To arrange a visit please contact the campus directly on 03300 552 611. For a pre-application discussion please call Melissa Podlaski on 0330 055 5600, or email flt.recruit@focus-school.com for an application pack.

Closing Date for application forms: Thursday 4th July 2019

Interviews will be held: Friday 12th July 2019

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES 

OneSchool Global UK Ridgeway Campus is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.

We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school. This is in line with statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education 2018 and The Education Act 2002, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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