SENDCo
Caterham High School
Redbridge
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- MPS-UPS TLR1
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- September 2021
- Apply by:
- 20 April 2021
Job overview
Strive, Succeed, Surpass
We are seeking a SENDCo with the drive, imagination and energy to deliver excellence.
The post is a key appointment in terms of enhancing and ensuring the positive life chances for our students through success and achievement.
The successful candidate must have a formal SENDCo qualification and experience of working with students having special education needs.
The SENDCo will work with the AHT Inclusion to lead and direct the work of the staff in the Inclusion Department. They will also take responsibility for the daily implementation of the SEN code of practice for students with SEND, provide professional guidance in the area of SEN in order to secure quality first teaching and the effective use of resources to bring about improved standards of achievement and opportunities for all students.
This is an excellent opportunity for a bright and innovative individual to lead our Inclusion Department. The SENDCo will manage large team of inclusion staff on various intervention, assessment and processes, promoting best practice and establishing an aspirational culture.
At Caterham High we strive to achieve aspirational outcomes and provision for our children and young people, set within a culture of inclusion and high expectations.
The Inclusion department boast a highly successful Hearing-impaired provision, with resources shared across Inclusion. We have several rooms dedicated to small group learning and a dedicated ‘Zen Den’ specifically focusing on the social emotional and mental health needs of our children.
Our KS4 results improved substantially in 2019 with a significant jump in Progress 8. Our 6th Form results remain steady. Ofsted noted (Sept 2018) that there is “energised leadership” and “absolute clarity about what needs to improve”. The report also noted that students’ behaviour is consistently good in lessons and that they are respectful and contribute positively to the school’s work and culture.
We are a community school that serves a richly diverse area of East London, with many ethnic groups and languages represented. We have good facilities, including sports facilities, and opportunities to teach across the full age range.
Our staff are well known as friendly and welcoming. There are staff activities such as football, badminton and yoga. Staff have free access to our fitness suite and free parking.
We warmly welcome an informal telephone conversation prior to application. You can also visit the website to view information videos about Caterham High.
Caterham High is on a journey to excellence. Join us, working in an exciting period of development and change.
If you would like to discuss the post informally or visit the school please contact Debby Venner (HR Manager. The application pack and form are on our website. D.Venner@ecaterham.net 0208 551 4321
Completed application forms should be e-mailed to D.Venner@ecaterham.net by Tuesday 20th April at 10am. Interviews will be scheduled for the week beginning 26th April 2021. We have appropriate safety measures including social distancing in place - interviews and associated activities will be on site.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offer of a position is subject to receiving satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS Clearance.
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About Caterham High School
Caterham High School is a non-denominational, co-educational secondary school with sixth form in Ilford, Essex. There are approximately 1,217 students on the school roll, 313 of whom are in the sixth form. The school can be easily accessed by public transport, including the 128 bus, which stops at nearby Rushden Gardens.
There are six houses at Caterham High School, named for famous Britons: Brunel, Newton, Pankhurst, Redgrave, Seacole and Windsor. The secondary school runs a before-school Breakfast Club and an after-school Science Club.
Values and vision
Caterham High School is committed to discovering and nurturing the abilities of every child. Setting the highest expectations in terms of learning and behaviour, the school is justifiably proud of the academic achievements of students. Recognising that children’s abilities lie in a variety of areas, Caterham provides a wealth of opportunities and courses that allow every student to develop and showcase his or her unique talents.
The secondary school promotes a "can do" culture in which everyone is encouraged to strive for excellence. A progressive curriculum places great emphasis on building skills that prepare students for a successful career and a fulfilling life. Using its strengths in sport and the arts, the school focuses not only on acquiring knowledge but also on developing qualities and skills that are valued in the workplace and the community.
Ofsted report
“English and reading are taught well. Students are confident readers and enjoy reading from texts or from their own work in a range of subjects. One boy described how he loved the feeling of ‘getting into a book’ and students enjoy recording their progress and range of texts in their reading logs. Mathematics is taught well. Inspectors saw good application of mathematics in science and geography.”
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