SENDCo
West Lodge School
Bexley
- £17,950 - £25,422 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- 0.6FTE Outer London Teachers Main scale
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- January 2023
- Apply by:
- 25 July 2022
Job overview
West Lodge School, a small and friendly independent prep school located in Sidcup, rated excellent in all areas by ISI in March 2022, is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and child-centered teacher to provide SEND support across the school. This is a part-time role for 3 days per week.
West Lodge is a one form entry school which has a friendly atmosphere and high academic standards, with an emphasis upon progress. Staff and children approach their work with a growth mindset and developing a willingness to embrace challenge is central to our philosophy and ethos. If you enjoy working in a positive atmosphere with fantastic colleagues and lovely children, we urge you to apply.
If you are a creative teacher who enjoys working with individuals and small groups, with experience of SEND and the ability to support colleagues in meeting individual pupils’ needs, then you will relish this opportunity to join our committed staff team. Previous experience as a SENDCO is not essential but you must be interested in SEND and have experience of successfully working with SEND pupils and have a passion for inclusive education.
You will benefit from a competitive salary based upon national scales, generous pension and free school lunch cooked by our on-site chef.
West Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to promote and uphold this commitment. All posts are therefore subject to a robust safer recruitment process.
Visits to the school are actively encouraged.
Person Specification
• Be a qualified primary teacher with at least four years’ experience
• Be able to build strong relationships with children and their families
• Have a good knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
• Have the ability to effectively lead teachers and support staff in developing their knowledge and expertise in working with SEND pupils
• Be able to liaise with outside agencies
• Be an excellent team player
Application &Interviews
Applications should be submitted to Mrs Charlene Whyte, Bursar at West Lodge School at bursar@westlodge.org.uk
References will be requested for shortlisted applicants prior to interview but with your consent.
Interviews will be held in the afternoon of Thursday 25th August & Friday 26th August. However, the school may interview suitably qualified applicants in advance of this date.
Attached documents
About West Lodge School
West Lodge is a co-educational preparatory school for 3 - 11 year olds, providing a caring, secure and intellectually challenging environment in which our pupils feel valued and are able to learn successfully.
Founded in 1940 by the late Margery Corke with just 6 pupils on roll, today West Lodge School is an educational trust with over 170 pupils on roll. The School is non-selective at our main point of entry in the Nursery class, which children join in the September following their 3rd birthday.
At West Lodge we recognise the clear need to invest in a high standard of primary education. We aim to provide excellent and positive teaching in a working atmosphere that will foster the overall development of each child during the time that he or she is with us.
The National Curriculum is at the core of the School’s curriculum but it is enhanced and enriched by the inclusion of a wider range of experiences. Subjects taught at present include: English, Mathematics, Science, Computing, Religious Education, Music, Drama, French, Spanish, History, Geography, Design Technology, Art, Cookery, PE, PSHE and Swimming.
Great emphasis is placed on a thorough grounding in basic learning skills, with literacy and numeracy seen as key elements in the foundation upon which future learning will be built. Particular care is taken to extend the most gifted children and support the less able. The School has a consistent record of a high entry to independent schools and local selective schools.
We have a strong focus on metacognition and children are challenged to use their 'learning powers' to be the the best learners they can be: https://www.westlodge.org.uk/growth-mindset
Our latest inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate was in April 2022 and rated West Lodge as excellent in all sixteen areas. You can read the full report here:https://www.westlodge.org.uk/inspection-report
The main building is a beautiful Victorian house that has been sympathetically updated and extended for 21st century teaching and learning. Facilities include:
- Brand new all weather sports pitch.
- A light and bright Art Room, nestled in the eaves of the building.
- Fully equipped Computer Suite with three 3D printers, plus a bank of iPads, full set of micro:bits!, Raspberry Pis and full set of Crumble Programming Units.
- A multipurpose space for specialist teaching, that can be transformed into a space for Food Technology and Science. As well as an additional school hall, rehearsal and performance space. It is also the base for our wraparound care provision.
- New outdoor learning area for Nursery and Reception children.
- Well-stocked Library.
- Hall for performances, assemblies, lunch and indoor PE.
- A music room and practice room, providing space for peripatetic music lessons.
- Outdoor climbing area and play equipment.
- Sensory area.
- Use of full sports facilities - football/rugby pitches, tennis courts, running track, cricket nets. Additionally, children swim at a local pool.
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