SENDCo

The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School is seeking a dynamic and inspirational leader to take the lead of our SEN department. You would be responsible for leading all SEND and EAL activities and ensure they are fully inclusive and accessible to every student.  Our SEN leader must advocate for others to follow the SEN code of practice to ensure that all pupils have EHC plans that reflect their current needs and that the outlined provision is taking place in practice to ensure that pupils have the opportunity to overcome their main barriers to learning.  

You will lead a committed team of teaching assistants in delivering bespoke learning experiences for the SEND students at The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School, many of whom have responsibility for leading classes alongside our part time EAL teacher.  

It is desirable if you are an experienced SENCO with proven leadership and management skills and have the SENCO Award.  

It is important that you are highly organised, knowledgeable in using data to support students and have the ability to communicate effectively with clarity and sensitivity to our school community.  

The Douay Martyrs Catholic School is an oversubscribed 11 to 18 provider and through the ‘Douay Way’, we believe that all of our students can grow, aspire and achieve through faith and respect.  

Our school is an exciting and busy environment where we strive to develop the whole child, and provide continuous career development opportunities. The Douay Martyrs Catholic School offers excellent professional development, outstanding leadership at both senior and middle management and great support for NQT’s. The SEN department is a leading department. The Douay Martyrs SEN Department is the perfect place to develop or begin your career.  

The successful candidate will:  

Have an excellent understanding of SEND current policy and outstanding practices to lead the organisation and manage change smoothly. 

Be a passionate, determined team player who is able to reflect on their own practise  

Be able to liaise with outside agencies, parents and other stakeholders

Why work for The Douay Martyrs Catholic Secondary School:   

Fantastic support from your line managers and SLT who genuinely want to see you succeed and thrive.   

Extensive CPD opportunities, including support for MA Study.    

To be part of an 11-18 provision with opportunities to teach in the sixth form and be part of the DOWAT Trust and the collaboration it offers.   

Bespoke CPD for new and emerging school leaders.   

Great support for NQT’s including your own dedicated mentor, reduced teaching timetable and ‘Outstanding’ teacher programmes available  

Our school has excellent transport links and is minutes away from the Piccadilly, Metropolitan and Central tube lines     and is on the local bus route. We are located close by to the A40, M25 and M40 Motorways.   

Staff are encouraged to join in Extra-Curricular activities and School visits, some overseas, are a strong feature of school life.   

Here’s what Ofsted have to say:  

“The Leadership and management of the school is outstanding”.   

“The strong Catholic ethos of the school helps to effectively promote students, spiritual, moral, social and cultural development at the school”  

“Students’ behaviour around the school is exemplary”  

“The headteacher and his senior leadership team work closely together and have a relentless focus on school improvement”  

Visits to the School are warmly welcomed, please contact Mrs Gill Johnston, Headteacher PA on 01895 679400 to arrange a convenient time.  

‘We believe in the safeguarding and welfare of children and expect all staff to share this view’.  

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an equal opportunities employer.