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Lead, Inspire and Champion Inclusion – SENDCo Wanted!
Are you a passionate, dedicated and child focused SENDCo who will be the advocate and whole‑school driving force supporting children with identified SEND needs? Parkwood Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), is seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking SENDCo to join our vibrant and inclusive school community.
At SEAT, our values of belonging, compassion, curiosity and empowerment underpin everything we do. As SENDCo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering our strategic vision for inclusion and SEND provision, ensuring that every pupil receives the support, encouragement, and opportunities they need to achieve their full potential.
You will lead the development and implementation of the school’s SEN policy, oversee effective interventions and support, and work collaboratively with staff, families, and external professionals to remove barriers to learning. A key part of your role will be to guide and inspire colleagues, promote best practice in teaching and learning, and uphold the highest standards of provision for pupils with additional needs.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled professional to influence whole‑school practice and champion positive outcomes for pupils with SEND. The working pattern will be discussed at interview.
What’s in it for you?
* A supportive and inclusive work environment where you’re truly valued
* A Leadership Academy to fuel your professional growth
* A strong focus on staff well‑being through our Employee Assistance Programme
* The chance to be part of a committed, forward‑thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues
Further details about the role Only fully completed application forms will be shortlisted for this role.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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