SENDCo (part-time)

Tes are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and inspirational SENDCo on a part-time permanent basis from September 2021.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an independent preparatory school which educates pupils from 3-13 years.  It was founded in 1929 and is now part of a renown group, the Gold Standard in educational provision. The school has access to more than twenty acres of attractive grounds, on the northern fringe of Tonbridge, Kent.

The school have a thriving community and pride themselves on their friendly atmosphere, outstanding teaching, impressive examination success, thriving sports and vibrant extra-curricular activities. Pupils are encouraged and given every opportunity to develop enquiring minds and self reliance. The excellent teaching staff teach their specialist subjects in small classes and are expert at motivating and stimulating their pupils.

The school  are looking to recruit a part-time (three days per week) suitably qualified graduate, SENDCo, who has a passion for learning and for supporting children from age 3 to 13 with AEN.

Some key responsibilities:

• Maintain the school’s SEND policy document and record of pupil needs
• Maintain SEND Departmental Handbook
• Complete yearly Departmental Evaluation
• Complete ISC yearly Census
• Complete yearly Strategic Development Plan
• Complete SEND staff Annual Review
• Oversee preparation of SEND Register, Monitoring Register, Exam Access Arrangements, Recommendations for Classroom Support, Form Lists showing SEND Support and EAL pupils, Individual Pupil Support programmes/IEPs, EHCPs for children with SEND
• Understanding of what makes ‘quality first’ teaching , and of effective intervention strategies
• Provide professional guidance to colleagues, working closely with staff, parents and other agencies
• Maintain a directory of appropriate specialists and outside agencies able to provide local support

The successful candidate:

• Qualified teacher status
• National Award for SEND Co-ordination (NASENCO Award)/other appropriate qualification – or complete within 3 years of appointment (preferable)
• A proven track record of effective working with pupils within the age range of the school
• Evidence of consistent good teaching ability/experience
• Other qualifications related to SEND (desirable)
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Data analysis skills, and the use of data to inform provision planning
• Ability to plan and evaluate interventions
• Experience of conducting training/leading INSET 

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity and 'Quick Apply' below! For more information please contact katie.rossiter@tes.com REF KR 1427260

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