Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Redstone Hall School, Ipswich
Position: SENCO
Contract: Full-time, term time only
Salary: £42,000
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Ipswich
About Us
Welcome to Redstone Hall School, a vibrant new establishment in Ipswich dedicated to nurturing the potential of pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. With a capacity for up to 30 students, we provide a safe and supportive environment where every child is valued and empowered.
At Polaris Education, we believe in a holistic approach that balances academic achievement with emotional well-being and personal growth. As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years, and we take pride in our 100% Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding across all our education services.
Your Role
As our SENCO, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational journey of our students. Your responsibilities will include:
* Leading the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision.
* Designing and delivering targeted interventions to bridge attainment gaps.
* Assessing and monitoring pupil progress in line with their EHCPs.
* Conducting annual reviews and acting as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
* Collaborating with multi-agency teams and leading Early Help initiatives.
* Supporting looked-after children and liaising with parents and staff on individual learning plans.
* Coordinating the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and maintaining accurate records.
* Providing guidance to colleagues on effective teaching programs and behavior management strategies.
* Overseeing intervention groups and evaluating their effectiveness.
* Ensuring smooth transitions for pupils moving to or from other schools.
* Teaching commitment (50/50) with a preference for secondary teaching experience, ideally in Science.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should possess:
* Qualified Teacher Status.
* National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to pursue the new NPQ for SENCOs.
* Experience in school self-evaluation and development planning.
* Background in teaching within an autism/SEMH school.
* Experience in delivering training and leading INSET.
* A solid understanding of the SEND Code of Conduct.
* A commitment to ongoing professional development and a passion for learning.
What We Offer You
* A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and well-being of all staff.
* Support for your professional growth through diverse training opportunities.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
* A friendly, inclusive team dedicated to improving pupil outcomes.
* The excitement of being part of a new school’s growth journey.
* A passionate, diverse team where every child is at the heart of what we do.
We invite you to reach out and arrange a visit to our school. Join us in making a difference!
Please note that the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be funded by Polaris Community.