Special Educational Needs Coordinator

Thomas Middlecott Academy is now recruiting a SENCO - this post could be your next career opportunity!

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded, and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you. See what it means to be part of the David Ross Education trust from our children and parents here.

Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

We work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Trust’s vision, to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

About the role

The post-holder will be required to carry out such duties as are set out in the current School Teacher’s Pay and Conditions Document set out by David Ross Education trust.

Responsible to the Principal and in their absence the SLT. 

Will have regular contacts with staff, parents, visiting professionals and others, governors and the wider community served by the school.

This is a Permanent post, you will be working full time teaching hours. 

Who we are looking for

The post would particularly suit an established teacher or SENCO who is keen to develop their role as a leader and play a vital role in the inclusion and achievement of all students.

Qualifications and Professional Development

Qualified teacher status (or extensive experience teaching in schools)

Evidence of sustained participation in INSET/CPD

Degree level qualification

Participation in work with other schools/agencies

National SENCO Accreditation

Special Educational Needs

Skills and attributes required by teachers working with pupils with severe and/or complex special education needs.

You will need to have, and deploy these particular skills and attributes:

High expectations of pupils with severe and/or complex forms of special education needs.

Accept that all pupils are entitled to a broad and balanced curriculum, including the National Curriculum, irrespective of age, gender, disability, race and religion.

Willing to adapt teaching strategies to changing circumstances and in response to new ideas and individual needs of pupils.

Ready to demonstrate best working practices, and to work alongside other teachers to increase their confidence and competence in teaching pupils with severe and/or complex forms of special education needs.

Sensitivity to and professionalism in discussing and reporting individual learning and developmental difficulties.

Willingness to work with parent/carers and pupils to secure partnership in the learning process.

Willingness to work as part of a team, to support, develop and work with Teaching Assistants and other professionals.

Create friendly happy atmosphere where courtesy, self-control and regard for others prevail.

Willing to develop an atmosphere in which children are motivated to learn and where each child feels a valued member of the school community.

Salary and Benefits

M1- UPS 3 £25,714 - £41,604 per annum 

Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme 

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards and Recognition Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) has grown to a network of 34 academies, incorporating primary, secondary and grammar, and special schools. We employ over 2000 people with the primary focus of raising the standards of education for 13,000 young people. Whatever your role, you should know you are contributing to achieving our vision of inspiring the next generation of young people to be the best they can in whatever they choose. Our aim is to be the country’s leading academy chain, committed to delivering the highest educational standards alongside an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment, including events such as the DRET Spring, Summer and Winter Cups, Music Cup, volunteering trips abroad, and regular trips/visits throughout the year.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

While each academy is unique, we share common goals, aspirations, values and methods that enable us to work collaboratively and collectively to achieve our mission. We operate regional hubs, whereby academies work with other schools who are part of the Trust so we can share skills and knowledge, allowing them to benefit and learn from each other. 

Apply now 

To complete our on-line application form, please click on 'apply here '.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

Thomas Middlecott Academy is committed to equality, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.