SENDCo (special educational needs and disabilities coordinator)
Part time
Contract type
Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
£Salary and allowances are dependent on experience.
SENDCo job summary
We are looking for are looking to recruit a SENDCO. This is an exciting role for an experienced, accredited SENDCo or for someone with experience in whole school SEND who wishes to gain a SENDCo qualification. We offer strong support from our school inclusion teams, from our Academy Trust Head of SEND, and we also provide opportunities to work collaboratively with other SENDCos from across the Trust. We also offer coaching and access to the SENDCo accreditation (NPQ for SENDCos). This role is part time, working for 3 days a week, with the successful candidate initially working alongside the current SENDCo for an extensive handover and induction. We can, however, be flexible on the weekdays worked and we are open to conversations about working patterns. The salary is negotiable within Teachers' Pay Scales, depending on the successful candidate's experiences to date, with the offer of a Teaching and Learning Responsibility payment (TLR) for this role.
To discuss this role further, and to book a visit to our school, please call the school office directly on 01273 770777.
About our school and the role:
West Blatchington Primary & Nursery School is a 1 form entry school within The Pioneer Academy. At West Blatchington Primary & Nursery School, we passionately believe in developing the whole child, through high quality teaching and learning combined with an abundance of enrichment opportunities. Our goal is for all our children to be happy, successful, and confident. We believe that every child has unique talents and we're committed to helping each one develop these talents to their fullest potential. Strong, positive relationships are at the heart of our school. We ensure all children feel welcomed and equipped with the skills they need for a fulfilling life. Our aim is to prepare them not just for the next stage of their education, but for every aspect of life beyond school. Join our team and step into a world of opportunities where every child's potential is cultivated and cherished.
The school has a highly skilled Inclusion Team who are able to provide support for children and parents. The team are able to work with individuals or groups of children to develop their social, emotional and behavioural needs. As a school we work in partnership with other agencies such as the Learning Support Service, Education Psychology Service, Community CAMHS, Speech and Language and the Ethnic Minority Achievement Services. We also have an ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition) Facility, a unique provision in Brighton and Hove that enables children with autistic spectrum conditions to have access to a specialist teaching environment and resources. All children integrate into the main school, with the level of integration determined by the child's own ability to meaningfully access lessons with their peers. There are two classes in our ASC Facility - Jays (Year 1 to Year 3) and Falcons (Year 4 to Year 6). West Blatchington Primary & Nursery School is proud to be part of The Pioneer Academy Trust which is an academy trust with schools across London and the South. At The Pioneer Academy, we put children first, pioneering excellence and championing each and every child. All our schools, ranging from small infant schools to large primary schools, work collaboratively, sharing resources and expertise. Find out more at: Our school website and TPA Academy website
At The Pioneer Academy, we take the wellbeing and mental health of our staff seriously which is why we are committed to regular reviews of staff well-being and reducing staff workload. We create bespoke career pathways for every member of staff, identifying and growing talent, with outstanding professional development opportunities at every stage of your career. We also have an Employee Assistance Programme with a range of resources to support wellbeing which is available to all employees and their immediate family members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
A friendly, dedicated staff team who believe in teamwork and building positive relationships across the school, the Trust and in the local community.
High quality development programme with induction programmes for all new staff.
Excellent CPD opportunities, including outstanding middle leader training and access to NPQs.
Access to professional coaching.
A supportive and collaborative working ethos, including support from the Trust's Central Executive Team and a range of experts, such as specialists in safeguarding, SEND and EYFS.
Access to Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling and access to services, such as physiotherapy.
Access to discounted wrap around childcare for staff.
Free academy-wide social events throughout the year.
To apply for this vacancy, please complete the application form, completing a full education and employment history since leaving school and indicating how you satisfy the criteria set out in the Job Description/Person Specification. In line with Keeping children safe in education 2024 online searches will be completed as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates, searching online content that is publicly available for inappropriate online content that may suggest that a shortlisted candidate may not be suitable to work with children, or that may harm the reputation of the school. If any issues of concern come up in online searches, shortlisted candidates will have an opportunity to address these at interview. An Enhanced DBS certificate will be required on provisional offer, including a check of the Children's Barred List. Further vetting checks, in line with the requirements of Keeping children safe in education 2024 will be completed following a provisional offer of appointment. The Pioneer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. Our School Safeguarding Policy 2024-25 can be viewed via the following link: Policies & Documents - West Blatchington
Vetting checks, in line with the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023, will be completed following a provisional offer of appointment. The Pioneer Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. Our school Safeguarding Policy can be downloaded and read on our website.
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.