SENCO (Qualified Teacher) Maternity cover April 2021

SOUTH GROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL

SENCO QUALIFIED TEACHER MATERNITY COVER APRIL 2021

Dates:                Apply by 12PM Friday 5^th February 2021        

Job start:            April 2021

Salary:               MPS/UPS plus SEN allowance + PLUS 1 TLR point or

MPS/UPS+SEN allowance (if qualified) depending on experience

Contract Type:    Temporary – 1-year contract

Contract term:     Part-time temporary position – 28hrs

Short-Listing      Friday 5^th February 2021

Interviews         W/C Monday 8^th February 2021 

South Grove Primary School Ofsted 2019

All categories Outstanding

‘Staff are committed to putting children at the heart of all that they do. Strong team spirit and a focus on learning are palpable.’ 

‘There is a relentless pursuit of the highest possible standards for all pupils.’ 

‘Staff are committed to putting children at the heart of all that they do. Strong team spirit and a focus on learning are palpable.’ 

‘All pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) make excellent progress. Provision for pupils in the special needs unit is outstanding because of the strength of leadership in meeting the needs of all pupils.’ 

South Grove Primary School is looking for a dynamic, innovative, inspirational and visionary SENCO. The post would suit someone who demonstrates passion, commitment and the desire to make ‘a real difference’.  As SENCO you will take on the responsibility for the day-to-day operation for the provision made by the school for pupils with SEND in both the Mainstream School and the Special Resourced Provision.  This is a hugely rewarding opportunity to make a difference in children’s lives and realise the aspirations of our most supportive parents/carers.  

Candidates should have:-

• Qualified Teacher with 5 years or more teaching experience
• The National Award for SEN Co-ordination or be working towards
• Experience of working with children with Special Needs
• Thorough knowledge of the new SEND Code of Practice
• The ability to lead staff and provide professional guidance in developing their knowledge and expertise in working with SEN children to secure high quality teaching and learning
• Skilful in working with pupils with a range of different abilities and needs – SEND, LAC, Pupil Premium, EAL, G & T
• To work effectively with the Headteacher, SLT, and Governors to achieve excellence, ensuring that all statutory requirements are met to bring about high standards for all pupils.
• The ability to support and overview the work of teaching assistants working with SEN children
• A proven track record of outstanding teaching and effective management skills along with highly developed and sensitive interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good management and organisational skills and experience of leading/managing other staff
• The necessary communication skills enabling liaison with a variety of external agencies
• Experience of working in partnership with parents, carers, external agencies and the community. 

We can offer:

• We can offer you an excellent working school environment where staff are happy, positive and dedicated
• There is a dedicated SENCO office, the school is well resourced and have highly effective and well established intervention strategies
• We have a strong and clear vision with an engaging curriculum which develops and celebrates the potential of each child
• Positive relationships with families of children with SEND

South Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks. References will be sought ad successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. 

Further information and applications forms are available from the School Business Manager, Jazz Ali.

Visits to the school are available but must be within our strict COVID-19 Risk Assessment Guidelines and after school hours. Alternatively, a virtual Teams Meeting can be arranged with the Head Teacher and SENCO Leader. Either way you will be warmly welcomed.