SENDCo

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and committed SENDCo to join the Inclusion Team within our vibrant and diverse school community.

Working alongside the school’s Strategic SEND Lead, the successful candidate will be committed to ensuring that every child and young person with SEND makes excellent progress, through access to high quality provision.

About us

Guildford Grove is a two-form entry primary school, with a maintained nursery and a Specialist Centre for profoundly deaf children. Our aim is for every one of our children to leave Guildford Grove with a true love of learning and high aspirations for their future, and we work in close partnership with parents and external agencies to achieve the best for each child.

The successful candidate will:

·        Hold a SENDCo qualification

·        Have a strong commitment to raising educational attainment for children and young people with SEND, including working with pupils directly and supporting other staff to do so

·        Demonstrate recent and outstanding understanding of the EHCP process

·        Have the ability to form positive relationships at all levels

·        Demonstrate a drive towards continual improvement and professional development

·        Be able to work under pressure, prioritise and manage time effectively

What we will offer in return:

·        An innovative curriculum, including the teaching of British Sign Language across KS2

·        A school which values inclusion and provides an opportunity to excel in meeting the needs of a range of learners including those with additional needs

·        Happy and enthusiastic children who love to learn

·        An experienced, welcoming team who strive to keep up to date with current educational research and evidence informed practice

·        A school that goes beyond the academic subjects and provides amazing enrichment opportunities for all pupils, including trips, musical performances and sporting events

·        Excellent networking and career opportunities across our growing academy trust

·        Extensive staff benefits including Employee Assistance Scheme, high street discounts, cycle to work scheme, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, discounted gym membership and free will-writing service

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged. Please contact Claire Sutton in the school office for more information.

We reserve the right to interview prior to the closing date so early applications are encouraged.