Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Co-ordinator (SENDCo)

Dashwood is a very good school in the heart of Banbury. Part of the Aspirations Academies Trust, we are committed to raising pupil aspirations in order to reach their full potential. We are seeking an enthusiastic leader with a successful record in leadership and teaching to join our leadership team as the Special Educational Needs & Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo).

The successful candidate will be an organised, professional teacher with excellent communication skills, who uses their initiative, manages their time effectively and works well under pressure. The needs, well-being and development of all our pupils will be at the heart of the successful candidate’s educational ethos.

Hours: Permanent, Part Time: 0.6 FTE

Duties will include:

·Teaching responsibilities

· Member of the leadership team

· Embed the AAT values and conditions

· Develop and deliver our SEND provision and support the needs of all pupils

· Problem solving

· Addressing concerns and liaising with all staff, parents and external agencies

· Training, mentoring and coaching of staff

· Moderation of teaching and learning including lesson observation, book trawls, planning scrutiny and pupil voice

· Holding yourself and others accountable for performance and professionalism

· Keep up to date with national and Aspirations educational news

We are looking for the ideal candidate who:

· Is passionate about education and, in particular, pupils special educational needs

· Works creatively with the curriculum to help all children succeed

· Relishes opportunities to develop your own practice

· Enjoys working as part of a team

· Likes supporting and developing other colleagues

· Recognises the importance of great relationships with colleagues, pupils and parents.

· Holds or will complete The National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination

We will offer you:

·  Enthusiastic, hardworking and well behaved children

·  A supportive Staff and Governing Body

·  A progressive, forward thinking academy trust

· A commitment to your professional development and potential leadership opportunities for the right candidate

· The chance to have an impact across the entire school and to manage your own budget

· Opportunities to work in our schools within the District and across the Trust

· A school where core values run throughout the curriculum and support pupils every step of the way.

Interview Dates: Tuesday 13th June 2023

Please do not hesitate to contact us. We would love to meet you and show you around our amazing Academy.

The Aspirations Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure and references.