Sendco
Cleeve Park School
Bexley
- Expired
- Salary:
- Negotiable
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 18 February 2022
Job overview
We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic leader to join us on our journey to greatness! If you are looking for the next step in your career that will be fulfilling, exciting and progress driven, then Cleeve Park School wants to hear from you!
We require a SENDCO to work as part of our team to support our students in accessing all aspects of the curriculum. 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 all SEN pupil achievement.
The role holder will coordinate all Annual Reviews and reviews of Individual Education Plans and attend / chair reviews. Cleeve Park School is committed to ensuring that all employees have access to Continuing Professional Development, to ensure the maintenance and development of their professional skills.
Applications are welcomed from qualified SENDCOs but also from those with SEN experience and a commitment to embarking on the SENDCO qualification within one year of appointment. Essential Commitment to starting SENDCO qualification within 1 year of appointment if not already qualified. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build meaningful relationships and effectively support and advise colleagues Awareness of child protection issues Proven SENDCO experience in the UK, or equivalent Have strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills Flexible and solution focused approach Desirable SENDCO qualification
If you have not had any communication within 10 days of the closing date please take this as confirmation that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Safeguarding
TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.
Our Commitment - Equal, Inclusive, Diverse
TKAT is committed to inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity by encouraging and welcoming differences, listening to individual experiences, aspirations and accomplishments and learning how to grow better together. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic; this includes applicants wishing to work flexibly.
Access to interview - should you be selected and invited to interview please let us know if you require us to adapt the interview environment. If we can accommodate practical workplace adjustments to assist we will.
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About Cleeve Park School
Working in a school can be one of the most rewarding, exhilarating and exciting places to be. We also recognise that it can be frustrating and hard work! We spend a considerable amount of time at work, so it is vital that we are in a place where we feel supported, fulfilled and can enjoy our working life. I believe that we have this at Cleeve Park.
Cleeve Park is a place where traditional values meet innovation. We have a staff who are passionate about the very best education for our young people, we aim to inspire learners to seek what they do not yet know. You will find our school has a thoroughly inclusive approach to all we do, celebrating varied successes of individuals and groups regularly. Together, working in partnership with parents and carers, we successfully foster and develop a positive attitude in our young people and a belief in achieving beyond their expectations
We are a popular 11-18 school, providing an excellent education for all our students, with a commitment to learning, pride in our community and sharing success in all we do. We are situated in attractive grounds in the south of Bexley and located within easy reach of the M25 with good access to both central London and rural Kent. We have excellent facilities, including a 3G astro pitch, state of the art fitness centre and newly built fully equipped performing arts areas.
If you are seeking to be an inspirational and innovative professional who can motivate and inspire students and really make a difference, then Cleeve Park is for you. We require someone who will share our passion and ambition to provide an excellent education to our students who are engaging and rewarding to work with.
As a school leader, I see my role as enabling you to be your best self in the classroom and develop as a teacher. As the expert in your field my role is to ensure you have the very best conditions to get the very best from our students. I believe in getting the work/life balance right and have an open door policy for all staff. We have a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and see work/life balance as a vital element to a fulfilling career. You will receive ongoing support and CPD opportunities across the school and wider TKAT family.
Alex O’Donnell
Executive Headteacher
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