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Chestnut Park Primary School

Croydon

Salary:
MPR/UPR
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Start date:
January 2019
Apply by:
15 October 2018

Job overview

Are you passionate about inclusive education and keen to work as part of a large ‘Outstanding’ inclusion team? 

Chestnut Park Primary School is looking to recruit a SENDco for 2-3 days per week to work within the inclusion team.

Our inclusion team includes an Inclusion Lead for EAL and PP children, ten THRIVE practitioners, a full time behaviour support lead, an ELKLAN Speech and Language Teaching Assistant, a fortnightly speech therapist, a ‘Hive’ lead ( a school developed SEN base) and an Early Identification Teaching Assistant.

The SENDco will play a pivotal role in developing our inclusive provision and the candidate will be well supported by the inclusion team. As a growing school the post is suited to an aspiring SENDco who is keen to learn and complete the SENDco accreditation or a highly experienced SENDco who aspires to support the inclusive practice of the school.

Chestnut Park is an ‘Outstanding’ ( Ofsted June 2018) primary school which places inclusion at the heart of our practice. Our vision is that Chestnut Park Primary School will be a primary school of excellence, where every child is both challenged and inspired to achieve beyond their dreams. We believe every child should be inspired by a rich and varied curriculum which focuses on establishing the highest standard of basic skills, whilst nurturing independent learners and thinkers.

We can offer you:

• The support of GLF Schools and the opportunity to be part of an inspirational, growing and dynamic organisation
• A chance to work in a diverse, inclusive, vibrant and fast growing community with excellent transport links
• New top of the range facilities to aid Teaching and Learning.
• A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools
• Recognition of previous school continuous service.
• Excellent CPD opportunities and career progression

All of our staff benefit from professional development opportunities within the GLF group.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please call the school office on 020 3750 6090 or email enquiries@chestnutparkschool.org to arrange a tour with Headteacher, Esther Brooks.

As a Trust, we support application from educators from diverse background seeking flexible working opportunities.

We reserve the right to withdrawn this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response.  Therefore, we would recommend that you submit your application as early as possible. Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application.  Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.

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About Chestnut Park Primary School

Thank you for expressing an interest in Chestnut Park Primary School, the first of GLF Schools within Croydon.

We are a three-form entry primary school in the heart of Croydon, catering for children aged between 4 and 11.

At Chestnut Park we have a passionate and dedicated team of staff who make great efforts to support the children to achieve their full potential by ensuring they are inspired by what they are learning. This is underpinned by an innovative tailored-made curriculum that has been created to engage, excite, and inspire the children. It gives them the opportunities and experiences, and teaches them a range of skills and knowledge to reinforce their love and passion for learning.

In June 2018 we were proud to be judged as OUTSTANDING in our Ofsted inspection - a true reflection of our tireless commitment to the children and their education journey.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 42 academies or in our central team.

  • Celebrating 10 years as a growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 16,000 pupils
  • Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
  • 42 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
  • We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
  • Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

  • Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Flexible working options
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Work life and family friendly policies
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Career pathways and talent management
  • Access to a staff benefits portal
  • Community and collaboration working model

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